Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 whole wheat or gluten-free buns
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, avocado
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently mash the black beans until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
- Mix in the chopped onion, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin powder, and chili powder until well combined.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together; add more breadcrumbs if too wet.
- Form the mixture into four burger-shaped patties about 1 inch thick and place on parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook each patty for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Toast buns lightly and layer with your favorite toppings before serving.
Notes
- For added sweetness, consider incorporating corn into the mix.
- Swap black beans with chickpeas for a different flavor profile.
- Experiment with toppings such as spicy mayo or fresh salsa for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (120g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg