Healthy Green Salad Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 4 whole grain pretzel buns
• 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, etc.)
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the potato wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
3. In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork. Add quinoa, bell pepper, onion, corn, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
4. Form the mixture into patties and cook on a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5. Assemble the burgers on pretzel buns with mixed greens and tomato slices.
6. Serve with the baked potato wedges and drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad.