Vegetarian Options Recipe
Black Bean Burger and/or Grilled Veggie Salad
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Ingredients
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Black Bean Burger
Grilled Veggie Salad
Method
Black Bean Burger
- 1
Prepare the Black Beans
In a large bowl, mash the canned black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form Patties
Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
- 4
- 5
Assemble Burgers
Place each patty on a burger bun. Top with lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and avocado slices as desired.
Grilled Veggie Salad
- 6
Prepare the Vegetables
Slice zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 7
Toss with Oil and Seasoning
In a large bowl, combine sliced vegetables with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- 8
Grill the Vegetables
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the seasoned vegetables for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred.
- 9
Finish the Salad
Remove the grilled vegetables from the grill and let cool slightly. Toss with feta cheese and chopped parsley.