Nut Burgers (Vegetarian)
Place walnuts and sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over mediumheat. Cook, stirring occasionally until lightly toasted and fragrant,about 5 minutes.In a medium bowl, mash garbanzo beans with a fork, or chop in afood processor. Stir in the onion, egg, parsley, and toasted nuts.Season with pepper and seasoning blend, and mix well.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Divide the bean mixtureinto 2 patties, and fry in the hot oil for about 3 minutes on each side,or until well browned and heated through. Place a slice of cheeseover each patty, and remove from heat.Place the pita round in the same dry skillet the nuts were in, andheat for about 1 minute on each side. Cut the round in half, spreadranch dressing inside of each, and line the pockets with romaineleaves. Place a cheesy patty into each one, and top with slicedtomato and avocado. Serve with tortilla or potato chips.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 beaten egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt-free herb seasoning blend
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 slices mild Cheddar cheese
- 1 pita bread round
- 1/4 cup prepared Ranch salad dressing
- 2 leaves romaine lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado – peeled, pitted and sliced
