2 cups of cooked black beans (approximately 2 15oz cans worth - drained & rinsed) ¼ cup green peppers, finely chopped ½ cup bread crumbs or oats (gluten free also an option) ½ cup red onion, finely chopped 1 large carrot, grated 1 flax egg (1 Tablespoon of ground flax + 3 Tablespoons of warm water. Mix and set aside for at least 5 minutes) 1-1/4 teaspoons of garlic powder 1 teaspoon of chili powder 1 teaspoon of cumin ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon of salt 2 teaspoons of diced cilantro Pinch of turmeric

In a large mixing bowl, mash 1-1/2 cups of the two cups of black beans called for. Add remaining ½ cup of black beans. In a small bowl, mix dry spices together – garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, cilantro, and turmeric. Pour dry spices over bean mixture. Add all of the remaining ingredients and mix well with hands. Form into 4-5 large size hamburger patties. Grill on a greased sheet of aluminum foil on the grill just as you would a "normal burger". Once browned and starting to crisp on bottom side, flip and do the same on the other. Serve on your favorite bun with toppings or over rice.