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Black Bean Burgers

The summer weather has finally hit Toronto which means it is time to officially fire up the grill, it is BBQ season! I have been scouring pinterest and my favourite blogs for inspiration on new summer eats and have come across some pretty amazing BBQ recipes that I can’t wait to try.  I came across this fabulous recipe on Julianne Hough’s Blog and it is a keeper! I followed it step by step and it turned out perfect with very little cleanup!

Black Bean Burgers

Black Bean Burgers (yields 4 burgers)

  • 1 19 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 green bell pepper (I used red)
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 tbsp  fresh cilantro (don’t be shy here)
  • 3 garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 egg (or for my vegan friends sub with flax egg)
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup gluten free bread crumbs (or regular)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • toppings of your choice- avocado, tomato, arugula, pickles, etc.
  • serve on whole wheat bun or lettuce wrap

Directions:
Preheat the grill for high heat, and lightly oil a sheet of aluminum foil. In a medium bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until they’re pasty. In a food processor, finely chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and cilantro. Then stir into the mashed black beans.

In a small bowl, stir together the chili powder, egg, and red pepper flakes. Stir the egg mixture and bread crumbs into the mashed beans, and mix until it is sticky and holds together. Divide mixture into four patties and place on the foil.

Grill for about 8 minutes on each side, and they’ll be perfect. Top them off with your favourite toppings served on a whole wheat bun or my preference a lettuce wrap.

My go to toppings include a touch of dijon mustard, sriracha, chipotle mayo, avocado, tomato, arugula and pickles! Aren’t the toppings the best part? I can confidently say, not this time around. 😉

ToppingsGet Grilling. xx

Black Bean Hemp Brownies

Be warned, these gluten free black bean brownies, will have you going back for seconds, maybe thirds! You can whip these bad boys up in a matter of 10 minutes + 30 minutes bake time. I’ve filled you on the benefits of black beans, now let’s look at the perks of our beloved Hemp Hearts.

  • complete protein
  • contain essential fatty acids omega 6 and omega 3
  • good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber
  • packed with vitamins A, B1, B2, D and E
  • loaded with calcium and iron
  • provide long lasting energy
  • curb hunger
  • aid in digestion

This black bean brownie recipe is a real treat, that I think all of you will enjoy. I have switched out cocoa powder for carob powder, due to what I had on hand. Carob is naturally sweet, low in fat, high in fiber, caffeine free, and has three times as much calcium as cocoa powder. Now that you have all the reasons to indulge in these delicious brownies, get baking and see if you can taste the difference.

Black Bean Hemp Brownies

  • 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup carob powder
  • 2 tsp natural vanilla extract
  • 1 scoop hemp protein powder
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup Hemp Hearts
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free semi- sweet or dark chocolate chips, if desired

Ingredients

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  2. Place the black beans, eggs, melted coconut oil, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, protein, and honey in a food processor. Blend until smooth
  3. Remove the blade and gently stir in the Hemp Hearts and chocolate chips
  4. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan 9×9 or 9 x 13 inch pan
  5. Bake the brownies for 30 minutes, or until just set in the center. Cool before cutting into squares

xo!