Black Bean Burgers

Black Bean Burgers (Gluten-Free Option)

1 15 oz. can of black beans, drained and rinsed

3/4 cup of gluten free oats

3/4 cup red onion, chopped

1/2 cup fresh cilantro

2 T chopped green chilies

1 lime, juiced

1 clove of garlic

3/4 t cumin

1/2 t salt

1/4 t pepper

2-3 T olive oil

Note:  I typically double this recipe ;)

Put all ingredients except for the olive oil in a food processor and blend until a thick paste is formed.  Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover and freeze for 15-20 minutes (this will help the mixture thicken up so it's easier to work with).  In a large pan, heat olice oil over medium igh heat.  Once the oil is hot, use a large cookie scoop to scoop the mixture into the pan.  Gently press down on the scooped mixture to form patties.  Cook the patties on each side for 3-5 minutes each.  Continue cooking on each side until they have darkened and become crispy.  Serve on a bun, in a tortilla, in a salad, over some quinoa, or all by themselves.