Chef Diana's Black Bean Southwest Mini Burgers

Makes approx. 12 mini burgers!

1 can refried black beans or 1 can black beans mashed
1 cup cooked brown rice
½ cup shredded carrots
½ cup shredded cheese
1 cup bread crumbs
1 small diced onion
1 large egg lightly beaten
Mexican/Southwest seasoning

Directions:

Sautee diced onion in olive oil until soft (approx. 5 minutes).

Combine the remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl and add in the cooked onions. Form into small burger patties.

Lightly oil pan or griddle and cook burgers about 6 minutes on each side.

Assemble on dinner roll or small bun with lettuce, tomato and chili mayo.

For mini buns: Use Rhodes frozen multi-grain roll dough, following directions on package.