Holy mother of PEARL it is hot out. I love summer, but it’s getting kind of ridiculous here in New England.. The last thing you want to do in weather like this is turn on the stove, which means only one thing: GRILL GRILL GRILL. It’s so important to have a good veggie-burger recipe as a vegetarian. Not only are they super healthy, but they’re SO cheap and easy to make. Not to mention freaking delicious.

1 16 oz. can black beans, drained and washed
1 16 oz. can pinto beans, drained and washed
2-3 slices of bread, torn into pieces.
1 small onion, chopped
2 tbs. cumin
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
Handful fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbs. vegetable or olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

In a medium skillet, heat oil and add onions. Cook until translucent then set aside to cool. In the meantime, add all ingredients to a large bowl. Add cooled onions, then mash all ingredients together (this is accomplished best by using your hands). Once completely combined, form into 5 medium or 4 large burgers. Cook on grill or stove until crispy on the outside and warmed throughout.

Note for making the best burgers: These were pretty darn good! If you’re having trouble with them sticking together, slowly add water (a tablespoon at a time) until everything sticks together properly. It would be REALLY delicious to add some corn to these! I’m definitely trying that next time…