Mediterranean Veggie Burgers (Vegan)

This recipe is by Leslie Durso (Veggie Dreamgirl) and was featured on the VegNews website in July 2013.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6 patties

Ingredients

• 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 6  garlic cloves, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄3 cup kalamata olive, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) jar marinated artichokes, drained and chopped
• 2  cups spinach, chopped (fresh)
• 1⁄2 cup oats
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  breadcrumbs

Directions

1. 1. In a large bowl combine beans, onion, and garlic. Using a potato masher, lightly mash until about half of beans are mashed. Add in remaining ingredients and stir well.
2. 2. On a cutting board or clean work surface, use bean mixture to form burger patties with your hands. Make sure to pack tight.
3. 3. In a lightly greased frying pan on medium-high heat, cook burgers for about 5 minutes on each side or until both sides are golden. Serve on a bed of greens or vegan hamburger bun.