Vegetarian Bean Burger with Tangy Dressing

• Prep Time

  20 MIN

• Cook Time

  20 MIN

• Servings

  4 PEOPLE

Ingredients

• 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/4 cup diced onion

• 1 clove of garlic, minced

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Burger buns

• Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, etc.

• FOR THE TANGY DRESSING

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1/4 cup sour cream

• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp honey

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly broken up.

3. Add the breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined.

4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty.

5. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they are crispy and heated through.

6. Toast the burger buns.

7. Assemble the burgers with the toppings of your choice.

8. Tangy Dressing Instructions

9. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

10. Drizzle the dressing over the assembled burgers. Enjoy!