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Black Bean Burgers

Featured Food: Black Beans

Makes: 4 burgers

plate with black bean burger and green beans

Ingredients

  • 1 can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed (15.5 ounces)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup cooked brown rice
  • 2 scallions (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or basil leaves or a combination)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano or basil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 4 whole-wheat buns

Directions

  1. Add beans to a bowl and mash with a fork until chunky. Add the egg and mix well.
  2. Add precooked rice, scallions, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper and mix until well combined.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form each portion into a patty about ¾ to 1 inch thick.
  4. Place a large skillet on the stove on high heat. When the skillet is hot, add oil. Add burgers and cook 4-5 minutes per side until browned on both sides and heated throughout. Place on a whole wheat bun.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats, leftover cooked barley or Panko breadcrumbs instead of prepared rice.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, guacamole, salsa, cheese, or yogurt.