Homemade Veggie Burgers

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup small red beans, dried
• 1/3 cup navy beans, dried
• 1/2 carrot, diced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons onions, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pinch chili powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. 1

   The day before cooking, place dried beans in a bowl and add enough water to cover by 2-3 inches. Soak beans for 8-10 hours.

2. 2

   When ready to prepare burgers, drain and rinse beans.

3. 3

   Place beans and carrots in a saucepan, and cover with water seasoned with lemon juice. Simmer until beans and carrots are tender, drain, and allow to cool until you can touch it bare-handed.

4. 4

   Place mixture in a bowl, and add egg, onions, and spices. Mash with a fork (or process in a food processor) until it forms a chunky paste. Then add bread crumbs, and mix thoroughly.

5. 5

   Form into patties and cook by your desired method, until burgers are firm to the touch.

6. 6

   Serve with whatever type of buns and toppings you like.