Black Bean Burgers Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
- ½ cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 chipotle chili in adobo, minced
- 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 4 hamburger buns
- Serve with: avocado slices, tomato slices, sliced red onions, salsa, and/or traditional hamburger condiments (mustard, ketchup)
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