Black Bean Burgers

Contributed by Amy J., Springville, Utah

Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:

· 1 can black beans - drain, but save the liquid in case you need to add it in later
· ¼ cup chopped raw onions
· ¼ cup corn meal or bread crumbs
· ½ cup flour
· 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
· 1-2 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
· Season with sea salt, Spike, Montreal Steak Seasoning, or Cajun seasoning

DIRECTIONS:

Mash together. If needed, add black bean liquid to get burger-like consistency. Shape patties, and then put in fridge for at least 30 minutes

Fry in a little oil on a griddle until it starts to brown on each side

Put burgers on a toasted whole wheat bun

Top with:
Tomatoes
Lettuce
Onion
Organic ketchup or tomato paste
Mustard
Vegenaise or other Mucusless Salad dressing
Pickles

For variety try:
Hawaiian Style: Top with grilled pineapple and BBQ sauce
Mexican Style: Top with grilled green chilies

Serve with Very Veggie Potato Salad