Black Bean Burger | Jamie Oliver's Meat-Free Meals

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while maintaining flavor.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns add fiber and nutrients.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Mashed peas provide creaminess at a lower cost.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

Drain and rinse black beans; mash them in a bowl until mostly smooth.

Incorporate diced mango and mashed avocado into the black beans.

Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Form the mixture into patties.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add the patties to the skillet; cook for 3-4 minutes until a crust forms.

Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Serve the patties topped with salsa.

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