Mexican Bean Burgers
Description
A vegetarian option with black beans, corn, and Mexican spices. These patties are hearty and flavorful, best served with guacamole or salsa on a toasted bun.
Ingredients
- carrot, sliced
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cups salsa
- 1 cup dried bread crumbs 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- salt to taste
- 1 pinch chili powder
Directions
- Place carrot into a bowl, and fill with about 1/4 inch of water. Cover with plastic wrap, and cook in the microwave for 2 minutes, or until soft. Drain.
- Mash beans and steamed carrot in a large bowl. Mix in green pepper, onion, salsa, bread crumbs, and whole wheat flour. Season with salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Add flour to create a firmer mixture, or more salsa if the mixture is too stiff. Form mixture into 8 patties, and place on a greased baking sheet.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and coat with cooking spray. Fry the patties for about 8 minutes on each side, or until browned and firm.
