Black Bean Burgers

Enjoy this delicious vegetarian alternative during grilling season. Essential oils give these burgers a healthy, flavorful kick!

Black Bean Burgers

Servings: 5–8 | Time: 20 minutes active | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (14.5 oz./411 g each) seasoned black beans
• 1 cup (120 g) seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup (35 g) grated white onion
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp. (1.5 g) chili powder
• 1/4 tsp. (1.5 g) salt
• 1 drop basil essential oil
• 1 drop cumin essential oil
• 2 drops cilantro essential oil
• 5-8 slices of cheese
• Hamburger buns or rolls
• Other desired toppings (mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, etc.)

Instructions:

1. Drain black beans, and pour half of them (1 can) into a blender.
2. Add breadcrumbs, onion, egg, spices, and essential oils. Pulse until combined and relatively smooth.
3. Scrape mixture into a bowl, and add the other can of beans, stirring everything together.
4. Divide and shape the mixture into patties.
5. Heat some olive oil in a pan, and grill patties for 6 minutes on each side. Take care when flipping them—they are delicate.
6. Melt cheese of choice on top, and serve on toasted buns with desired toppings.

Enjoy with a dash of hot sauce and some veggie sticks or chips and salsa on the side!