Open-Faced Falafel Burgers

Open-Faced Falafel Burgers


1. SAUCE: Combine the sauce ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.

2. PATTIES: Combine all patty ingredients except the oil and bread crumbs in a food processor, and process until smooth, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.

3. Place bean mixture in a large bowl; stir in 1/4 cup breadcrumbs.

4. Divide bean mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.

5. Place remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Dredge patties in breadcrumbs.

6. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

7. Add 3 patties to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned.

8. Repeat procedure with remaining 2 teaspoons oil and patties.

9. TO ASSEMBLE: Warm mini pitas according to package directions.

10. Place 1 pita on each of 6 plates. Top each serving with 1/2 cup lettuce, 1/3 cup tomato, 1/3 cup cucumber, and 4 teaspoons onion.

11. Drizzle each serving with about 3 tablespoons sauce; top each serving with 1 patty.

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