Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers
- 4 whole wheat burger buns
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chipotle hot sauce
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and chipotle hot sauce to make the spicy mayo sauce.
3. Grill Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until heated through.
4. Toast burger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
5. Spread spicy mayo sauce on the bottom half of each burger bun.
6. Top each bun with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, avocado slice, and a slice of cheddar cheese.
7. Place a grilled Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burger on top of the cheese.
8. Close the burger with the top half of the bun.
9. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 8 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan at medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 410
Total fat: 22g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 960mg
Total carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary fiber: 9g
Sugars: 5g
Protein: 19g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat burger buns can be substituted with regular burger buns.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
- Chipotle hot sauce can be substituted with any other type of hot sauce.
Variations:
- Add sliced red onion to the burger toppings.
- Use guacamole instead of sliced avocado.
- Add a fried egg on top of the burger for a breakfast-style burger.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to heat the Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers thoroughly before serving.
- Toasting the burger buns on the grill adds extra flavor and texture to the burger.
- Customize the spicy mayo sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
Leftover burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat leftover burgers in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the burgers on a platter with a side of sweet potato fries or a salad.
Garnishes:
Garnish the burgers with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or green onions.
Pairings:
Pair the burgers with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Sweet potato fries
- Coleslaw
- Grilled corn on the cob
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the burgers are not heating through on the grill, try increasing the heat or cooking them for a longer time.
- If the burger buns are burning on the grill, try toasting them for a shorter time or moving them to a cooler part of the grill.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Black bean burgers have been a popular vegetarian and vegan alternative to traditional meat burgers since the 1980s.
Flavor profiles:
The Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers have a spicy and savory flavor, with a slightly smoky taste.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or a salad, and a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
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Taste: Savory, Spicy, Tangy, Herbaceous, Smoky