# What You Need:
→ Black Bean Patties
01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 red onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
05 - 1/2 cup gluten-free or regular breadcrumbs
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 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 - 1/4 cup zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayonnaise
19 - 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 diced red onion, minced garlic, rolled oats, breadcrumbs, egg, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cilantro. Mix thoroughly until uniformly combined.
03 - Divide the mixture into four 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 patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Lightly toast burger buns if desired.
07 - Spread zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayonnaise on the bottom bun. Layer with shredded lettuce, a black bean patty, tomato slices, red onion, and avocado. Top with the bun.
08 - Serve immediately with lime wedges and optional side salad.
