Registry-Style Hidden Veggie Burger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Juicy plant-based patties with hidden roasted vegetables and a smoky chipotle glaze, inspired by hidden system settings. This American vegetarian recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 43 minutes, pairs black beans, carrots, and red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 whole wheat buns
• 1 avocado

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Dice 2 medium carrots and 1 red bell pepper into 1/4-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then roast for 15 minutes until caramelized and tender.
2. Step 2: Drain and rinse 1 can (15 oz) black beans. In a food processor, combine black beans, roasted carrots and bell pepper, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 cup oat flour, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Pulse until combined but still slightly textured.
3. Step 3: Form 4 equal patties from the mixture. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
4. Step 4: Warm 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce with 1 tbsp water until smooth. Brush onto patties during the last minute of cooking. Toast buns in a dry skillet for 1 minute.
5. Step 5: Slice 1 avocado and layer onto toasted buns. Place a patty on each bun, then drizzle with remaining chipotle sauce.