Black Bean Burgers

Ingredients:

• 1 (15 oz.) can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 Bell Pepper, diced (Red or Green)
• 1/2 Onion, diced
• 1/2 cup Shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 Clove Garlic
• 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
• 1 Teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
• To taste Black pepper
• 1/8 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 Large Egg
• 3/4 Cup Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
• As needed Cooking Spray
• 2 Sliced tomatoes
• 2 Cups Romaine Lettuce
• 6 Whole Wheat Hamburger Bun

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Mash beans in a large mixing bowl with a fork or potato masher.
• Mix in bell pepper, onion, cheese, garlic, seasonings, egg, and breadcrumbs and mix well. Shape into 6, 4 ounce patties.
• Line a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Place burger patties in a single layer.
• Cook in oven until burgers firm up and reach internal temperature of 165°F, about 12 minutes.
• Serve on a toasted whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomato, and any other favorite condiment!Serve on a toasted whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomato, and any other favorite low-fat ro sugar-free condiment!!

Source: culinarymedicine.org