Black Bean Burger with Fresh Salsa
Black Bean Burger with Fresh Salsa
Black Bean Burger with Fresh Salsa
Black Bean Burger with Fresh Salsa

Black Bean Burger with Fresh Salsa

David Venable

This black bean burger recipe is one you should keep handy. All your summer guests—vegetarians and meat-lovers alike—will love it!

Burger

  • 1 (19-oz) can black beans, well drained
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/3 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp light chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp dry ground oregano
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 large green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 medium yellow onion, peeled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil, for cooking
  • Hamburger buns (optional, for serving)
  • Lettuce (optional, for serving)

Salsa

1/8 red onion, peeled
1/3 cup loosely packed cilantro
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chunked
2 vine-ripened tomatoes, quartered
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice

Cook's Notes

Double the salsa recipe, serve with chips, and you've got an easy appetizer for your guests.

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