Nut Burgers (Vegetarian) recipe

2 servings

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

Place walnuts and sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat.

Cook, stirring occasionally until lightly toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

In a medium bowl, mash garbanzo beans with a fork, or chop in a food 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 mixture into 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 cheese over each patty, and remove from heat.

Place the pita round in the same dry skillet the nuts were in, and heat for about 1 minute on each side.

Cut the round in half, spread ranch dressing inside of each, and line the pockets with romaine leaves.

Place a cheesy patty into each one, and top with sliced tomato and avocado.

Serve with tortilla or potato chips.