Black Bean Burgers

Burgers

3 T olive oil, divided

1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced

1 diced green chilies

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and well rinsed

1/2 cup cilantro, minced

1/2 c breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1T chili powder

1 T cumin

salt to taste

Guacamole

2 ripe avocados

1 T cherry tomatoes minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 c cilatro, minced

1 lime, juiced

salt to taste

Heat 1 Tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Add scallions, green chilies and garlic. Season with a pinch of salt. Cook to soften about 5-7 minutes over medium. Transfer to food processor. Add the beans and pulse 3-4 times to chop the ingredients. ( Be careful not to turn the mixture into much by over processing.)

Transfer the black bean mixture to a large bowl and mix in the cilantro, bread crumbs, egg, spices and salt. Shape into 4-6 burger patties. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes. Heat 2 Tablespoons oil in a large skillet. Cook burgers until browned on both sides. To prepare the guacamole, mash the avocado. Then add all ingredients and continue mashing together. Adjust flavors to your liking.