Pepita-Sunflower-Sesame Burgers

Description
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Ingredients

 * 1/2 tsp. salt
 * Pinch cayenne
 * 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
 * 2 Tbs. olive oil, or more as needed
 * 2 tsp. tahini
 * 1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds
 * 1/3 cup pepitas
 * 1/4 cup sesame seeds
 * 3/4 cup cooked lentils
 * 4 scallions (white and light green parts) finely chopped ( 1/4 cup)
 * 1 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Directions
1. In food processor, combine sunflower seeds, pepitas and sesame seeds and process until coarsely chopped. Add lentils, scallions, parsley, tahini, salt, cayenne and bread crumbs; process until mixture is blended.

2. Shape mixture into 4 patties and place on platter. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.

3. In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook burgers until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.