Black Bean & Corn Burgers

• black beans1 can
• cooked brown rice3½ oz
• corn6¼ oz
• garlic powder½ teaspoon
• chili powder1 teaspoon
• kosher salt½ teaspoon
• freshly ground black pepper½ teaspoon
• large egg1
• seasoned bread crumbs1½ oz
• canola oil0
• pepper jack cheese4 slice
• burger buns4
• sliced tomato0
• sliced red onion0
• sliced avocado0
• pico de gallo0

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine black beans, rice, corn, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and egg.

2. 2

   Mash well with a potato masher until thoroughly combined.

3. 3

   Add the bread crumbs and mix to incorporate.

4. 4

   Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties.

5. 5

   Heat a drizzle of canola oil in a large pan over medium heat.

6. 6

   Add the black bean patties and cook for 4–5 minutes, until golden brown on the bottoms, then flip, top each patty with a slice of pepper Jack, and cook for another 4–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

7. 7

   Place the patties on the toasted buns and top with tomato, red onion, avocado, and pico de gallo.

8. 8

   Serve warm.

9. 9

   Enjoy!