Blended Beef, White Bean and Squash Burgers

  3.7 – 6 reviews  • Beans and Legumes
This smoky, juicy burger is a three-in-one combination of a classic beef burger, a veggie burger and a bean burger. It’s a delicious and easy way to cut down on meat while still getting lots of satisfying flavor. After you’ve tried this version, put your own spin on it by subbing in your favorite spice blend instead of the paprika, garlic and onion powder used here.
Level: Easy
Total: 1 hr
Active: 50 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Level: Easy
Total: 1 hr
Active: 50 min
Yield: 4 burgers

Ingredients

  1. 3/4 cup canned (drained and rinsed) white navy beans
  2. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  3. 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
  4. 1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
  5. 8 ounces peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups)
  6. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  7. Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  8. 12 ounces 92 percent lean ground beef
  9. 2 tablespoons canola oil
  10. 4 slices sharp Cheddar, each slice cut in half
  11. 4 large sesame seed hamburger buns, lightly toasted
  12. 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
  13. 4 thick slices beefsteak tomato
  14. Ketchup, Dijon mustard and mayonnaise, for serving

Instructions

  1. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F.
  2. Add the beans, smoked paprika, garlic powder and onion powder to a large bowl. Stir to combine, then set aside. 
  3. Combine the butternut squash, olive oil, a large pinch salt and a couple grinds black pepper on a small baking sheet. Toss to coat and spread in an even layer. Roast in the oven until the squash is tender and deeply browned in spots, about 25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet once halfway through the cooking time.  
  4. Add the squash to the bean mixture and stir to combine. Allow to cool completely.  
  5. Once cooled, use a fork to roughly mash the squash and beans. It should be mostly smooth but with small chunks of squash and beans throughout. Add the beef and 1/2 teaspoon salt and use your hands to mix until combined. Divide into 4 portions and form each into a patty about 4 inches in diameter and a little more than 1/2 inch thick.  
  6. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the canola oil and swirl to coat. Season the patties liberally on both sides with salt and pepper and add to the pan. Cook until deeply browned and a crust is formed on the first side, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip carefully and cook until the second side is also browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Layer 2 pieces of the cheese (1 slice total) on top of each patty, then cover the pan and cook until cheese is just melted, about 1 minute.  
  7. Layer the patties, lettuce and tomato on the toasted hamburger buns and serve ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 4 servings
Calories 713
Total Fat 37 g
Saturated Fat 12 g
Carbohydrates 63 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Sugar 9 g
Protein 34 g
Cholesterol 79 mg
Sodium 707 mg
Serving Size 1 of 4 servings
Calories 713
Total Fat 37 g
Saturated Fat 12 g
Carbohydrates 63 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Sugar 9 g
Protein 34 g
Cholesterol 79 mg
Sodium 707 mg

Reviews

Angela Gonzales
We ate them and my toddler ate most of it which is a win for us. However, it was really hard to keep them together when cooking, and I would season them a little more than is called for. Overall ok though.
Kirk Fisher
The burgers kind of fell apart and did not have a great flavor. It’s a lot of worj for just an OK burger. I’d rather do a deconstructed version of butternut squash/beans on the side with a smaller burger.
Theresa Williams
Honestly best burger I’ve made at home. Super light and doesn’t make you feel like you’ve just eaten a burger if you know what I mean. 10/10. 
Jessica Cook
Really good lightened up version of a burger.

 

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