# What You'll Need:
→ Black Bean Patties
01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - ½ red onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - ½ cup rolled oats
05 - ½ cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if required)
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ For Serving
14 - 4 whole-wheat burger buns (or gluten-free alternatives)
15 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1 large tomato, sliced
18 - ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
19 - ¼ cup zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayo
20 - Lime wedges, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture.
02 - Add the red onion, garlic, rolled oats, breadcrumbs, egg, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro to the mashed beans. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
03 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat and lightly oil the surface.
05 - Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and thoroughly heated.
06 - Lightly toast the burger buns, if desired.
07 - Spread zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayo over the bottom bun, then layer with shredded lettuce, a black bean patty, sliced tomato, red onion, and avocado slices. Top with the bun crown.
08 - Serve immediately garnished with lime wedges and accompanied by a side salad if preferred.
