Bean and Grain Patties with Hummus

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Bean and Grain Patties with Hummus

 

 

Ingredients

 

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained

2 eggs

1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

1/4 cup cooked rice

3/4 cup dried bread crumbs

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 scallions, chopped

4 pitas (6 " in diameter)

1 tomato, thinly sliced

4 large leaves lettuce

1/2 cup prepared hummus

 

Directions

 

In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork. Stir in the eggs, Cheddar,

rice, bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, and scallions.

 

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Using a large spoon, divide

the chickpea mixture into four patties, each about 4 " in diameter. (The mixture

will be wet.) Transfer the patties to the skillet. Cook over medium-high heat

for 5 minutes, then turn and flatten with a spatula. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or

until firm and lightly browned.

 

Trim one edge off each pita. Open the pitas along the rim and tuck in the

patties, tomato, and lettuce. Top each with the hummus.