Black Bean Burgers
Delicious and full of plant protein, these black bean burgers make eating less meat even more satisfying.
Ingredients
1 15.5 ounce can no salt added black beans, drained and rinsed
2 large eggs
1/2 cup brown rice, cooked
2 green onions, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced, OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil OR vegetable oil
4 whole wheat buns
Equipment
Mixing bowl
Large frying pan
Fork
Stirring spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, tops of cans, and vegetables.
- Add beans to a bowl and mash with a fork until beans begin to smash and stick together. Add the eggs and mix well.
- Add precooked rice, green onion, cilantro, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper and mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form each portion into a patty about 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
- Place a large frying pan on the stove on high heat. When the frying pan is hot, add oil. Add patties and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned on both sides and heated throughout. Serve on a whole wheat buns.
Tips
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats, leftover cooked barley, or Panko as a substitute for prepared rice.
- These burgers are great with your favorite burger toppings! Top with your favorite sauce and vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, and onion. Add some cheese to get some dairy in your day.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
1 burger
Per serving
Amount
Calories
360
Total Fat
6g
Sodium
850mg
Total Carbohydrate
59g
Protein
17g
Recipe sourced from MyPlate.gov
