Spicy Bean Burger

These spicy bean burgers are a wonderful meat-free atlternative during BBQ season or any other time of the year! Kids will love getting their hands messy preparing them!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 slice wholemeal bread, crumbled

• 1 egg, beaten

• 400g tin mixed beans, drained and rinsed (240g)

• 2 tsp mild smoked paprika

• 1 tsp oregano

• Pinch chilli flakes

• 2 cloves garlic, crushed 

• 2 onions (160g), grated

• 1 large carrot (160g), grated

TO SERVE

• Wholemeal bap

• Leaves from 1 little gem lettuce (90g)

• 2 large tomatoes (160g), sliced

• 1 large red onion (80g), thinly sliced

METHOD

1. In a bowl, with a fork mix the bread with the egg to create a rough paste
   

2. Place the beans in a large bowl and roughly mash. Stir in the remaining ingredients and combine well, then add the bread and egg mixture and mix together (with your hands is best) until everything is combined

3. Divide the mixture into 4 and form each into patties or burgers

4. Place on a nonstick baking sheet and grill for 4–5 minutes each side

5. Serve in a wholemeal roll filled with lettuce, tomatoes and red onion.