Categories: Mediterranean, Sandwiches, Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 7 oz chickpeas, rinsed
• 2 scallions, trimmed and sliced
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon(s) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 6-1/2-inch whole-wheat pitas, halved and warmed, if desired
• 1/4 cup(s) low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon(s) tahini
• 1/2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
• 1/8 cup(s) chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt

Directions

1. To prepare burgers: Place chickpeas, scallions, egg, flour, oregano, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor. Pulse, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides, until a coarse mixture forms that holds together when pressed. (The mixture will be moist.) Form into 4 patties.

2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until golden and beginning to crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip and cook until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes more.

3. To prepare sauce and serve: Meanwhile, combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, parsley and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Divide the patties among the pitas and serve with the sauce.

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