Zucchini squash burgers

24 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
5Zucchini (or any other variety of summer squash)
2tablespoonsOil
4Garlic cloves
4largesOnions, diced
2Carrots, diced
1Green pepper, diced
5tablespoonsTahini or peanut butter
3tablespoonsTamari
½teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonOregano
½teaspoonBasil
½teaspoonSea salt
teaspoonRed pepper (optional)
½cupSesame seeds
½cupSunflower seed meal
1cupCorn meal, or flour, or soy powder

Directions

Slice the zucchini and place in a large pot with ½ cup water, adding enough squash to fill the pot. Steam over medium heat for 7 minutes, until soft.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the garlic, onions, carots, cleery, and pepper; saute for 7 minutes, till vegetables are tender.

Drain the zucchini and mash well. Add the sauteed vegetables, tahini, seasonings, sesame seeds, sunflower seed meal, and corn meal. The batter should be thick not wet--add flour if needed.

Preheat oven to 375. Oil a cookie sheet. Using a tablespoon, make patties and place them on the sheet.

Bake for 8 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

From _The Cookbook for People Who Love Animals_ from Gentle World