Name: Hearty Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained; 0.5 cup cooked brown rice; 0.5 cup bread crumbs; 0.25 cup chopped red onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp chili powder; 1 tsp cumin; 1 large egg; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 avocados; 0.25 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp chopped cilantro; 4 burger buns; optional toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mash black beans with a fork until mostly crushed but still some texture remains. 2. Add cooked brown rice, bread crumbs, red onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined. 3. Form the mixture into 4 patties. 4. Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through. 5. For the avocado crema: Mash avocados in a small bowl. Stir in sour cream/yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt until smooth. 6. Toast burger buns. Assemble burgers with patties, avocado crema, and your favorite toppings.