1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 medium jalapeno, seeded, deveined, and finely minced
1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 oz. Mexican blend shredded cheese
2 Tbsp. panko bread crumbs
1 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 egg white
8 whole wheat mini hamburger buns or mini pita rounds, split
Toppings: lettuce, tomato, sour cream, guacamole, corn and tomato relish
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Place half of the black beans in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to form a rough paste. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add remaining black beans and all other ingredients.
Form the mixture into 8 small round patties of equal size and place on baking sheet.
Bake 14 min., turning halfway through baking. Place on buns and serve with your favorite toppings.
These meatless burgers will not leave you wanting. They are filling, tasty, and rich in protein.
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