SALSA BEAN BURGERS

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I created these based on a turkey burger recipe and wanted to make them even better for you. Use a favorite salsa with just the heat you like to make it your own. -Jenny Leighty, West Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 cup salsa, divided
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

In a large bowl, mash beans. Mix in bread crumbs, 1/2 cup salsa, egg, cilantro and garlic. Shape bean mixture into 4 patties; refrigerate 30 minutes., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook burgers 3-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns with remaining salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges