Vegetable Burgers

1. 1

   Place the chickpeas and water into a food processor, and process until the mixture is the consistency of a coarse paste.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick pan over a medium heat, and saute the onion, garlic and leek until they have softened, about 4 minutes; then add the cumin and saute, stirring, for another minute; then add the chopped spinach for about 1 minute, still stirring, until the spinach begins to wilt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the chickpea paste, onion mixture, cheese, carrot, eggs and wheat germ; and season to taste; then shape into 4 even-sized patties.

4. 4

   Heat the remaining oil in the same pan that was used earlier, and cook the burgers until golden, about 2 minutes on each side; then drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Serve in a crispy roll with hummus or tzatziki and salad greens.

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