Add water to a pan and bring to a boil over high heat.
Add rice and cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove rice from heat and set aside.
Add black beans to a mixing bowl. Use potato masher or fork to lightly smash, leaving about one quarter of the beans whole.
Fluff rice and add to the beans.
Add breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic salt, and pepper. Mix to combine well.
Divide mixture evenly to make four 1-inch thick patties.
Lightly oil a non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high.
Add patties and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Turn patties and cook for an addition 4-5 minutes.
Remove from heat once browned and heated through.
Top each of the cakes with 1 tablespoon of guacamole and 1 tablespoon salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream, if using. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Use pre-cooked packaged rice.
Substitute pinto or kidney beans.
Skip the guacamole if you prefer a low-fat option.
Use an egg replacement to make it vegan.
Use almond meal in place of breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free.
Use quinoa or any other grain in place of rice.
Add a little hot sauce or additional seasoning to spice things up.
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Nutrition Facts
Vegetarian Black Bean Burgers
Amount Per Serving (1 black bean cake)
Calories 241Calories from Fat 83
% Daily Value*
Fat 9.2g14%
Carbohydrates 32.2g11%
Fiber 5.4g22%
Protein 9.2g18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.