spiced chickpea and feta sandwiches

Ingredients

• 15 ounces chickpeas, freshly cooked or canned, drained well (about 2 cups)
• 1/4 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika or salt-free chili powder (reduced from 3/4 tsp., add more if desired)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1-2 clove garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste
• 1-2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• - salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 8 slices whole-grain bread or similar
• - fresh basil leaves, about 8-10
• 2-3 ounces feta, crumbled
• 1/2 cup carrot, grated