Black Bean Burgers

By KSmitherman

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, cut in half
• 1/2 red onion, quartered
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup mushrooms, such as cremini or white button
• 1 cup spinach leaves
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chunky salsa
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon corn oil
• 2 whole wheat pitas, halved and warmed

Preparation

Step 1

2.Burgers: Place the garlic in a food processor, and pulse until chopped. Add the onion, celery, mushrooms, spinach, beans, and salsa, and pulse until a chunky mixture forms, 2 to 3 pulses. Add the oats, egg whites, salt, and pepper, pulsing once or twice, until mixed. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties, and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the burgers are lightly browned and warmed through. Slide each burger into a half pita. Serve with the reserved green bean salad.