Black Bean Rice Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 (15.5 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup minced scallions
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 whole-wheat buns

Method

1. 1 Mash beans in a bowl until chunky. Stir in egg, rice, scallions, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
2. 2 Divide mixture into 4 portions and form into patties 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
3. 3 Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook patties 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned and heated through.
4. 4 Serve burgers on whole-wheat buns.