Burguesa de Frijoles

Burguesa de Frijoles is a delicious and hearty Mexican burger made with black beans and fresh vegetables, perfect for a Paleo diet. This flavorful dish is packed with protein and nutrients, making it a satisfying meal option.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 1 cup (cooked and mashed)
• Ground cumin - 1 tsp
• Chili powder - 1 tsp
• Garlic powder - 1/2 tsp
• Onion powder - 1/2 tsp
• Sea salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
• Cilantro - 2 tbsp (chopped)
• Coconut flour - 2 tbsp
• Egg - 1 large
• Avocado - 1 medium (sliced)
• Tomato - 1 medium (sliced)
• Lettuce leaves - 4 (for wrapping)
• Lime - 1 (juiced)
• Olive oil - 1 tbsp (for frying)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed black beans, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, cilantro, coconut flour, and egg. Mix until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into two burger patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and heated through.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the toppings by slicing the avocado and tomato, and washing the lettuce leaves.
5. To assemble, place each burger patty on a lettuce leaf, top with avocado slices, tomato slices, and a squeeze of lime juice.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Burguesa de Frijoles!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from black beans, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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