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Ingredients
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Patty Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Patty
- 1
Mash the Black Beans
In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked black beans using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
Add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, chopped red bell pepper, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- 3
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Cook the Patties
- 4
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Cook the Patties
Place the formed patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Assemble the Burger
- 6
Prepare the Buns
While the patties are cooking, toast the whole wheat burger buns in a toaster or on a skillet until golden.
- 7
- 8
Complete the Burger
Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.