Chipotle Burgers with Black Beans

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Chipotle Burgers with Black Beans

This is a variation of the beef and bean burgers base recipe featured in our Whole Life Meal Plan. This chipotle burger recipe provides lots of flavor and moisture to satisfy your burger cravings, while also providing an extra serving of fiber!

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: burgers

Calories: 281kcal

Ingredients

½ Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or cooking oil
15-ounce can low-sodium black beans, drained (not rinsed)
1 pound 100% grass-fed (grass-finished) ground beef
½ cup Panko bread crumbs (whole grain suggested)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ small onion, diced (~¼ cup)
1 large egg
2 Tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo
2 small garlic cloves, minced (~1 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon cumin
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Dash pepper
8 whole grain hamburger buns, lightly toasted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425ºF. Lightly brush a baking sheet with oil.
Place beans in a large mixing bowl and lightly mash.
Add beef, bread crumbs, cilantro, onion, egg, chipotle, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Create 8 patties with your hands and place on the pan, spaced ~1” apart.
Cook 10-12 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 155ºF. Serve on toasted buns with toppings to YOUR taste. Enjoy!

Notes

You can also cook these burgers on the stovetop. Heat a skillet over medium. Add oil to the pan. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties. Cook 4-5 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (155ºF).

Toppings to YOUR taste

Sliced tomato
Lettuce or leafy greens
Sliced pepper jack cheese
Pickled jalapeños
Sliced or smashed avocado
Ketchup or salsa

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