Author Notes: These protein packed black bean burgers are super flavorful and easy to make. Make a huge batch for a lunch/dinner party and freeze the leftovers. —themessimake.com
Makes: about 10 patties
Ingredients
-
1
can (16 oz) black beans
-
1
can (16 oz) red kidney beans
-
1
can (8 oz) canned corn
-
1/2
green bell pepper – finely chopped
-
1/2
onion – finely chopped
-
2
garlic cloves – finely chopped
-
2
jalapeños – finely chopped
-
3
tablespoons Sriracha sauce
-
1/4
cup taco seasoning
-
1
teaspoon cumin powder
-
1-2
tablespoons crushed red pepper (optional)
-
1/2
teaspoon garam masala
-
1
cup bread crumbs
-
1
cup shredded pepper jack cheese
-
salt, to taste
-
100 calorie sandwich buns
-
mayonnaise to spread on buns
-
sliced tomatoes
-
lettuce
Directions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350° F.
- Rinse and dry beans.
- Mash the beans and mix in garlic, onions, green peppers, jalapeños and corn.
- Mix in Sriracha, red pepper flakes, garam masala, cumin powder, taco seasoning and salt.
- Add bread crumbs and mix well.
- Make 2 inch patties, 1/4 inch thick.
- Line patties on a greased baking pan, cover with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes on each side.
- Assemble the burger: spread some mayo on buns, place lettuce, tomatoes, patty and sprinkle cheese.