Black Bean Rice Burger

(Courtesy of Taste of Home)

Ingredients:
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 c. cooked brown rice
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. plus 1/4 c. salsa, divided
1/4 c. sour cream
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices cheddar cheese (1 oz. each)
4 hamburger buns, split


Directions:
In a large bowl, mash beans with a fork.  Add the rice, onion, egg and 2 Tbsp salsa; mix well.  Drop by 1/2 cupfuls into a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray.  Flatten to 1/2 inch thickness.  Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until firm and browned.


In a small bowl, combine sour cream and remaining salsa.  Place a lettuce leaf, burger, sour cream mixture and slice of cheese on the bun.