Servings per Recipe
4.00
Serving Size
1 burger with bun
Nutrition Facts
Calories
: 287
Fat
: 7
g
Sodium
: 650
mg
Total Carbohydrates
: 47
g
Dietary Fiber
: 8
g
Protein
: 9
g
Ingredients
1 can (15.5 ounce) low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 large egg
½ cup cooked brown rice
2 green onions, mince both green and white sections
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or fresh basil
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon dried oregano or basil
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 whole-wheat buns
Preparation
Wash hands with soap and water.
Add beans to a bowl and mash with a fork until chunky. Add the egg and mix well.
Add precooked rice, scallions, garlic, fresh cilantro, dried oregano, salt, and pepper and mix until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form each portion into a patty about ¾ to 1-inch thick.
Place a large skillet over high heat. Add oil to skillet. Add burgers and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned and heated throughout.
Place burgers on whole wheat buns. Serve.
Store leftover burgers in the refrigerator within 2 hours.
Note
Serve each burger with your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, lettuce, guacamole, salsa, or low-fat cheese.
Adapted from recipe Black Bean Burgers from MyPlate.gov.