Easy Chipotle Black Bean Burger Recipe

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a great binder and adds fiber.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are healthier while crushed crackers can be more affordable.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: store-brand buns

Whole grain buns offer more nutrients.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumber

Guacamole is more flavorful, while cucumber is a low-cost alternative.

Mash black beans in a bowl, ensuring not to over-mash for texture.

Finely chop garlic, onion, and red pepper; add any fresh herbs available.

Mix the chopped aromatics with the mashed beans.

Add spices, an egg, and lime zest to the mixture; combine well.

Form the mixture into burger patties and refrigerate for 5-10 minutes to congeal.

Prepare chipotle cilantro mayo by chopping one chipotle pepper, mixing it with lime juice, cilantro, and garlic.

Set the mayo aside in the fridge.

Heat a pan until hot and sear each burger for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy.

Assemble the burgers.

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