1 cup cooked black beans 1 cup cooked kidney beans 1 cup cooked brown rice 1/2 cup chopped sweet potato 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional) 2 eggs (or 1/2 cup flax eggs) 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepperInstructions:
1.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.
Mix well to combine.
2.
Shape the mixture into 6-8 patties.
3.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add a little oil to the pan.
4.
Cook the burgers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5.
Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.
Tips:
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
To make flax eggs, combine 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water.
Let sit for 5 minutes before using.
If you don’t have sweet potato, you can substitute another type of cooked vegetable, such as carrots or zucchini.
Serve the burgers with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and mustard.