Planet Burger

Description
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

 * 1/2 cup sunflower kernels
 * 1 16-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and mashed
 * 3 cups cooked brown rice
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 1 medium carrot, shredded
 * 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
 * 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
 * 2 eggs, lightly beaten
 * 1/4 cup soy sauce
 * 1 teaspoon dried thyme
 * vegetable oil for frying
 * 8 slices french bread, toasted
 * Condiments:
 * shredded lettuce
 * chopped tomato
 * mayonnaise

Directions
Toast sunflower kernels on baking sheet in 350 degree oven 5 to 7 minutes until golden.

Combine sunflower kernels, beans, rice, onion, carrot, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, soy sauce and thyme. Form into 8 rectangular patties.

Pan-fry burgers in oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly heated about 4 minutes per side. Serve on French bread with condiments.