Follow these steps for perfect results
Black Beans
Drained and Rinsed
Bell Pepper
Finely Diced
Green Onions
Diced
Lime Juice
Juiced
Carrot
Finely Diced
Cumin
Cayenne Pepper
Salt
Pepper
Garlic
Minced
Egg
Bread Crumbs
Toasted Buns
To Serve
Avocado
Sliced
Hummus
Drain and rinse black beans.
Mash black beans with a potato masher until chunky.
Finely dice bell pepper and green onions.
Finely dice carrot.
Mince garlic.
Juice half a lime.
In a large bowl, combine mashed black beans, diced bell pepper, green onions, lime juice, diced carrot, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, minced garlic, egg, and bread crumbs.
Mix the ingredients with your hands until the mixture is firm and sticky.
Add more bread crumbs if the mixture separates too much.
Separate the mixture into 3 black bean burger patties.
Grill the patties over medium heat on a piece of aluminum foil for about 5-8 minutes on each side, or until heated through and slightly browned.
Toast the buns.
Slice the avocado.
Serve the black bean burgers on toasted buns with sliced avocado and hummus.
Expert advice for the best results
Add other vegetables to the mixture, such as corn or zucchini.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
For a smokier flavor, grill the burgers over charcoal.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The burger patties can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Serve on a wooden board with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with sweet potato fries.
Serve with coleslaw.
Pairs well with the spiciness.
A light-bodied red that complements the earthy flavors.
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Popular vegetarian alternative in American cuisine.
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