Fiber-Rich and Flavorful Black Bean and Jicama Slaw Burgers

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Black Bean Burger Ingredients:

• 1 (16 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1 tsp. ground coriander
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. green Tabasco
• 4 whole grain buns

Directions:

1. Mash beans with a fork. Mix in onion, bread crumbs, coriander, cumin, chili powder, salt, cilantro and Tabasco.
2. Using moistened hands, shape bean mixture into four patties.
3. Preheat broiler. Brush with oil. Grill burgers until heated through, about three to four minutes per side.
4. Serve on whole grain buns with jicama slaw.

Jicama Slaw Ingredients:

• 2 cups finely shredded jicama
• 1/2 cup finely shredded red onion
• 3 tsp. lime juice
• 1 tsp. canola oil
• 1/2 tsp. honey
• 2 green onions, chopped fine

Directions:

1. Mix together all ingredients in a small bowl. Toss well and refrigerate until ready for use.

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Analysis (per serving):
Calories: 358
Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fiber: 1 g       

Recipe provided by Cooper Clinic Nutrition Services.