# What You'll Need:
→ Black Bean Patties
01 - 30 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
05 - 1/2 cup gluten-free or regular breadcrumbs
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ For Serving
14 - 4 whole-wheat or gluten-free burger buns
15 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1 large tomato, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayonnaise
19 - Lime wedges, for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Mash black beans in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher, retaining some texture.
02 - Incorporate red onion, garlic, oats, breadcrumbs, egg, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro into the beans. Mix until fully blended.
03 - Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat with a light coating of oil. Cook patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
05 - Optionally toast the burger buns lightly before assembly.
06 - Spread a dollop of zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayo onto the bottom bun, layer with shredded lettuce, a black bean patty, tomato slices, red onion, and avocado. Top with the bun crown.
07 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side and enjoy.
