Tri-Bean Burger

  You know that feeling you get while walking down the freezer aisle at your local market, (even if it's a health food market), thinking, "Oh I'm going to go all healthy starting tomorrow!! Ooh Bean burgers! The box says its healthy, so it must be." It probably is, but come on did we read ALL the ingredients or are we focusing on that massive yellow square that says, 'HEALTHY'? Besides, when you make it yourself, it is cheaper. None of us are cheap, I know I know.
But I'm not in the mood of arguing, 'healthier, FRESHER, yummier, forgiving and quick.' What if that doesn't form a strong enough argument? Yes, I will shamelessly use the "cheap" card. 

 I named this lovely patty, the Tri-Bean Burger since it is a forgiving burger, you can choose the beans of your choice. Personally I used only two types of beans. Why is it named Tri? Because you can use up to three different types of beans, more then that might make them heavy. 


What You'll Need:

• 1 Can Garbanzo Beans
• 1 Can Pinto Beans
• 1/2 Can Corn Kennels 
• 2 Cloves Garlic
• 1/4 Cup Fresh Parsley (less if using dry)
• 1 Tsp Paprika
• 1 Tsp Basil Flakes
• Salt&Pepper to Taste
• Crushed Chili (optional)
• Olive Oil
• Baking Sheet+Parchment Paper (pan can be used as well)

As you can see, they are Vegan and Gluten-free. So, to make these baby's stick we have to blend our beans. TIP: We don't want to puree them, I used my hand blender and simply gave my beans and garlic a spin.. Or two. Once you have a nice beanie texture, (smooth+chunky) you are ready to add your corn kernels, parsley and spices. Incorporate using your hands (I wear kitchen gloves) that will give your burgers a unified texture. 

Pre-heat oven 375 degrees F. Prepare your baking sheet with your
parchment paper. Spread some olive oil on the paper (it gives a nice crisp). Shape your burgers into nice sized circles, then evenly flatten out to around 3/4 of an inch thick.
Place burgers on baking sheet and into the oven for about 20 minutes.
Every oven is another world, so they should have a golden hue.

To freeze, pack separately or with parchment paper separating each patty- preferably before baking. 

P.S I sided my burgers with Zucchini (baked) Fries.