RICE AND BEAN BURGERS

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Searching for an awesome veggie burger? Look no further than this rice and bean patty that's ready to be devoured in 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup cooked brown rice
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split, toasted
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
Fresh spinach leaves, sliced tomato and red onion, if desired

Steps:

In medium bowl, coarsely mash beans with potato masher or fork. Stir in chopped onion, celery, bread crumbs, cilantro, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir in rice. Shape mixture into 4 patties, 1/2 inch thick.
Heat grill pan or large skillet over medium heat. Add patties; cook 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until thoroughly heated.
Spread cut sides of bun bottoms with mayonnaise; top with burgers, tomato, spinach and red onion. Cover with bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Burger, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g