Spinach Burger

Photo: flickr user Ewan-M

Ingredients

1 can garbanzo beans - (15 oz) rinsed, drained

1 cup chopped fresh spinach - (packed)

2 scallions, white and light green parts sliced

1 garlic clove crushed

cup unbleached all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons tahini

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon olive oil (1 to 2)

4 pita pockets

8 pepperoncini peppers drained, sliced,

discarding stems and seeds

1 lrg tomato chopped

cucumber peeled, sliced

Preparation

In food processor, combine garbanzo beans, spinach, scallions, garlic and flour. Pulse on/off several times to blend well. Add salt and pepper to taste and process briefly. Shape mixture into 4 patties about 1/2-inch thick.

In small bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water, cumin and salt to taste. Set aside.

In large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add burgers and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side, adding a little more oil if necessary.

Cut pita breads in half. Cut burgers in half and place in pita breads. Spoon pepperoncini, tomatoes and cucumbers over burgers and drizzle with reserved tahini sauce.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Comments:: Serve burgers with a simple salad of shredded romaine lettuce, minced parsley and a drizzle of olive oil and fresh lemon juice.

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