# What You'll Need:
→ Black Bean Patties
01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) 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 mayo
19 - Lime wedges, for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher, keeping some texture intact.
02 - Add diced red onion, minced garlic, rolled oats, breadcrumbs, egg, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
03 - Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a round patty.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat and lightly oil the surface. Cook patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
05 - Optionally, toast burger buns lightly to enhance texture and flavor.
06 - Spread a dollop of zesty yogurt sauce or chipotle mayo on the bottom bun. Layer with shredded lettuce, black bean patty, sliced tomato, red onion, and avocado slices. Top with the upper bun.
07 - Serve immediately garnished with lime wedges, accompanied by a side salad if desired.
