Vegan Spicy Black Bean Pita Sandwich

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 1 yellow onion (chopped)
• 3 clove(s) garlic (minced)
• 1 19oz can(s) black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon(s) chili powder
• 1 teaspoon(s) smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) cayenne (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1/2 cup(s) vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
• 1 clove(s) garlic (finely minced or pressed)
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) cumin
• 4 pitas (warmed if desired (gluten-free if preferred))
• 1 avocados (diced)
• 1 tomatoes (diced)
• 1/2 head(s) romaine lettuce (separated into leaves)
• 1/2 cup(s) cucumber (sliced)
• 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup(s) pickled hot banana pepper rings