• 4 cups of cooked black beans

  • Or two ~15 oz cans of black beans (drained and rinsed)

• 3/4 cups uncooked oats

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup of carrots, grated or thinly chopped

• 1/2 of a medium onion, chopped 

  • Or 1/2 tablespoon of onion powder

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Chili powder, cumin, mustard, and other spices to taste

1. Sauté the onions in oil, on medium low heat, for about 5 minutes or until they begin to soften. 

2. Add the carrots, and spices of choice and cook on low for 5 more minutes. 

3. In a separate bowl, beat and whip the eggs with a fork. 

4. Mash the beans in a separate large bowl and mix in the sautéed veggies, whipped eggs and oats. 

5. Add salt and pepper to taste then with slightly wet palms, form 6 patties. 

To bake: Place patties on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (204°C) for 10 minutes on each side, 20 minutes total. 

To grill: Place patties on greased aluminum foil and grill 8 minutes on each side. 

Note that heat temperature is personal preference as all grills differ. Generally, black bean burgers should grill on medium-high heat about 350°F (177°C) – 400°F (204°C).