Southwestern Black-Bean Burgers
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Ingredients:
1 can (15 to 19 ounces) black beans,rinsed and drained
2 tablespoon light mayonnaise
.25 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves,chopped
1 tablespoon plain dried bread crumbs
.5 teaspoon ground cumin
.5 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup loosely packed sliced lettuce
4 (4-inch diameter) mini whole-wheat pitas, warmed
.5 cup mild salsa
Methods:
1. In large bowl,with potato masher or fork, mash beans with mayonnaise until almost smooth (some lumps of beans should remain).Stir in cilantro,bread crumbs,cumin,and pepper sauce until combined.With lightly floured hands,shape bean mixture into four 3-inch round patties. Spray both sides of each patty lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Heat skillet over medium heat until hot.Add patties,sprayed side up,and cook until lightly browned,about 3 minutes.With pancake turner,turn patties over,and cook 3 minutes longer or until heated through.
3. Arrange lettuce on pitas;top with burgers then salsa.









