Many men believe it’s not a meal without meat. Nonetheless, I decided to try my hand at finding something vegetable-friendly, but still every bit as sustaining and fulfilling. These burgers made me realize you don’t need meat to eat a delicious burger. They are tasty and easy to make.

Serves 8

Father's Day Man-Approved Black Bean Burgers
INGREDIENTS
  • 30 ounces of black beans
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 jalapeno
  • 2 garlic
  • 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ cup corn
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • 8 buns
  • Hot sauce
  • Spinach
  • Salt & pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Pulse together jalapeno, garlic, half of the black beans, and salt & pepper in a food processor.
  2. Remove mixture from food processor and combine in a mixing bowl with remaining black beans, eggs, bread crumbs, tomato sauce, and corn.
  3. Form into burger-sized patties. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook burgers on each side for about 4 minutes.
  5. Serve on buns with spinach, hot sauce, and avocado slices.