Meals Matter

Black Bean Burgers

Contributed By: maryranalli
Accent Health ( Donna Brousseau)

These burgers are so hearty, even the meat eater in the house won’t feel left out!

Ingredients

2 ea. 15-ounce Cans of black beans

½ large white onion, diced

1 clove Garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Cumin

1 teaspoon Coriander

¼ teaspoon Oregano

¼ teaspoon Paprika

¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper

½ cup Red peppers

½ package Frozen spinach (5 ounces), squeezed dry

1/3 cup Diced tomatoes (drain off any juice)

½ cup Asiago or other low-fat cheese

1 Egg

¼ cup Fresh chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper

1½ tablespoons Olive oil

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425°F.

In a colander, rinse black beans with cold water.

Heat a medium sauce pan over medium-high heat.

Add in one tablespoon of olive oil.

Sauté onions until fragrant and translucent.

Add in spices: garlic, cumin, coriander, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, and red peppers.

When nicely incorporated, add in spinach and cook until heated throughout.

Remove from heat and set aside.

In bowl or food processor, mash half the beans to a thick paste.

Stir in the remaining beans, spinach mixture, low-fat cheese, egg, cilantro, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

Mix well and form into six patties.

Brush patties lightly with olive oil and cook at 425°F for approximately 10 minutes.

Serve on whole-wheat buns with low-fat guacamole, fresh tomatoes, greens, and baked spicy fries.

Cook's Notes

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Kids can help make it
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: High Fiber
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 271
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Protein: 20g
Sodium: 735mg
Fiber: 15g