Ingredients
15-oz. can black beans, drained, rinsed
15-oz. can white beans, drained, rinsed
3 T. fresh cilantro, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ t. smoked paprika
½ t. onion powder
1 t. salt
2 t. freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg + 1 large egg white
2 T. extra virgin olive oil
½ c. panko bread crumbs
6 whole grain buns
Avocado Cream
1 avocado, chopped
10 basil leaves, chopped
2/3 c. plain Greek yogurt
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Bean Burger Directions
- In a large bowl, mash white and black beans with potato masher. Add cilantro, garlic, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
- In a smaller bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a fork. Add olive oil and panko bread crumbs to bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the egg mixture to the beans and stir thoroughly to combine. Separate the beans into 6 equal sections and form into patties.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp. olive oil. Add burgers and cook on each side until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Top with Avocado cream and serve with Garlic Parmesan Fries.
Avocado Cream Directions
- Add basil and avocado to food processor and pulse to combine. Once smooth, add Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper and blend until thoroughly combined.
Makes 6 servings.
