Spicy Black Bean & Corn Veggie Burgers

Ingredients List

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ red bell pepper, diced

• 1 ear corn, kernels cut from cob

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• ½ cup plain bread crumbs

• 4 teaspoons chili powder

• 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

• ½ teaspoon ground cumin

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed

• 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Instructions

1. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno, and oregano, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and translucent, about 8 to 10 minutes. Next, stir in red bell pepper and corn, cooking for an additional 2 to 4 minutes until the bell pepper softens.

2. In a large bowl, mash the black beans. Add the cooked vegetable mixture, breadcrumbs, chili powder, cilantro, cumin, and salt. Mix well, then divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty and coat both sides with flour.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 5 to 8 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Chef’s Tip

Nutritional Information (per serving)