Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      small         onion -- chopped
   3      cloves        fresh garlic -- minced
   1      tablespoon    water
   2      large         scallions -- sliced
   3      large         roasted green chiles -- diced
   2                    tomatoes -- peeled and diced
   2      tablespoons   chunky salsa
   7      ounces        instant black beans
   1      cup           boiling water

Preparation:

Optional Garnishes: shredded lettuce diced tomatoes nonfat sour cream In a nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon water over medium-high heat until water evaporates and vegetables begin to brown. Toss in scallions, chiles, tomatoes and salsa; mix well and turn off heat. Add beans and boiling water to skillet. Mix well, scraping the veggie mixture up from the bottom of the skillet. Allow to stand until beans have absorbed liquid, about 10 minutes. Form into 6 patties. Add patties to a clean, heated nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until patties are crisp on one side; turn and cook other side. Garnish as desired.