Tex-Mex Black Bean Burger

Submitted by Chef mariajane

"Just in time for grilling season comes this spicy recipe for Tex-Mex burgers. Once they are coooked, serve them with shredded lettuce and tomato-lime topping. mmmmmmm - good!!"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 19
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING

• 1⁄2 cup diced tomato
• 1⁄2 cup diced cucumber
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• salt and pepper

• INGREDIENTS FOR BURGERS

• 1⁄2 cup onion, finely diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 cup cooked corn
• 1⁄2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 1⁄2 lbs ground turkey
• 1 egg
• 1⁄4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• salt and pepper

• GARNISHES

• 1⁄2 cup guacamole (optional)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce

directions

1. In a bowl, combine all topping ingredients; set aside.
2. Heat grill on medium. In a large bowl, combine all burger ingredients , mix until just combined. Do not over mix.
3. Divide mixture evenly into four and make patties 1- 1 1/2 inches thick. Grill burgers 5-7 minutes each side or until internal temperature reaches 170°F.
4. Spread some guacamole, if using, half of each bun , top with shredded lettuce, burger and a few spoonfuls of tomato topping mixture.