Butter Bean Burgers

These butter bean burger patties combine jalapeño peppers, Cheddar cheese, and saltines to make a delicious vegetarian main dish or sandwich.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 297 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, beaten
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small onion, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, drained
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper
• 6 saltine crackers, crushed
• ¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; use more or less oil to reach 1/4 inch in depth. Fry patties until golden, about 5 minutes on each side.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mash butter beans. Mix in onion, jalapeño, crackers, egg, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Divide into 4 equal parts and shape into patties.