Name: Spicy Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4-6
Ingredients: 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced; 1 small red onion, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeño pepper, seeds removed and finely diced; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for cooking; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 4-6 burger buns, toasted (optional for serving)

Instructions

Prepare the beans

Place half of the black beans in a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still with some texture. Set aside the remaining whole beans.
Sauté the vegetables

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Combine the mixture

Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with the mashed beans. Add the remaining whole beans, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Form the patties

Divide the mixture into 4-6 equal portions (depending on desired size). With lightly oiled hands, form each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Place formed patties on a plate and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to firm up.
Cook the burgers

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a crispy exterior and are heated through.
Serve

Serve the black bean burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings such as sliced avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion, or a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Spicy Black Bean Burgers

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