Greek Lentil & Spinach Burgers
Serves 6

INGREDIENTS
BURGERS
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium onions
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried lentils
1 cup brown rice
5 cups water
2 lemons, juiced
8 cups baby spinach, chopped

SAUCE
12 ounces plain low-fat Greek/strained yogurt
1/2 cup shredded cucumber
1/4 cup shredded onion
Dash salt & pepper
4 Tablespoons feta cheese (optional)

6 whole grain pita, cut in half
2 cups sliced cucumber

DIRECTIONS

1. Sauté onions, garlic, cumin, coriander and salt in olive oil for 3 minutes.
2. Add lentils, brown rice and water.
3. Bring to boil and simmer for 40 minutes, until all water is absorbed.
4. Stir in lemon juice and spinach and cook for 2 minutes, until spinach is wilted.
5. Make 12 patties and cook on grill or in pan (brushed with oil) for about 6 minutes on each side, until golden/crisp.
6. Mix all sauce ingredients together.
7. Serve burgers in whole wheat pita with sliced cucumbers and sauce.
   

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Nutrition Facts Serv. size 2 pitas (516g) Servings 6 Calories 442   Fat Cal. 42   *Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Amount/Serving % DV* Amount/Serving %DV* Total Fat 5g 8% Total Carb. 83g 30%   Sat. Fat 1g 6%   Fiber 17g 70%   Trans Fats 0g     Sugars 4g   Cholest. 4mg 0% Protein 21g   Sodium 478mg 20%       Vitamin A 4% Vit. C 45% Calcium 25% Iron 35%