Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Note: There's no need to miss out on burgers just because you want to eat healthy!


Serves 8

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons ground flaxseed
1 1/2 cups (or 1 can) of cooked, drained and rinsed black beans
1 cup grated raw sweet potato
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup finely chopped red or yellow onions
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
3/4 cup rolled oats, processed into flour
1/2 cup spelt or sprouted-grain bread crumbs (I make my own with toasted Food for Life Ezekiel bread)
1/2 tablespoon tamari or liquid aminos, to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 to 1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 package of whole-grain wraps or burger buns

Burger Toppings (optional):
Homemade ketchup recipe
Homemade cashew mayo recipe
Mustard to taste
Pickles
Onions

Directions:


  1. Preheat the oven to 350F.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone.  
  2. In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed with 1/3 cup warm water and set aside for 5 to 10 minutes, until thickened.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the black beans into a paste, leaving a few beans intact for texture.  Stir in the rest of the ingredients and the flaxseed mixture.  Adjust the seasonings to taste, if desired.  Mix well until combined.
  4. With slightly wet hands, shape the dough into 8 patties.  Pack the dough tightly to help it hold together during cooking and place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. 
  5. Bake the patties for 15 minutes, gently flip them, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes more, until the patties are firm and golden.
  6. Serve on a bun or wrap with desired toppings.  Enjoy!

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