Harissa and Green Burgers

These hearty, flavorful burgers are made with a combination of black beans and lentils, and get their unique kick from harissa paste. They're easy to make, and can be served on buns or lettuce wraps, with your favorite toppings.

The inspiration for these burgers came to me on a recent trip to Morocco, where I was introduced to the vibrant flavors of harissa. I was immediately drawn to its smoky, spicy flavor, and knew that I had to find a way to incorporate it into my cooking. When I got back home, I experimented with different combinations of ingredients, and eventually came up with these burgers. They're the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of Morocco, and they're also a healthy and satisfying meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked black beans
• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup harissa paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, lentils, red onion, cilantro, harissa paste, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
3. Mash the mixture together until it is well combined and sticky.
4. Form the mixture into 4-6 patties.
5. Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the patties are golden brown and heated through.
7. Serve the burgers on buns or lettuce wraps, with your favorite toppings.

Why It Works

• The combination of black beans and lentils provides a hearty and flavorful base for the burgers.
• Harissa paste adds a unique smoky, spicy flavor to the burgers.
• The burgers are easy to make, and can be served on buns or lettuce wraps, with your favorite toppings.