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Lentil Burgers

A quick and healthy recipe for lentil burgers that are protein-packed, budget-friendly, and deliciously flavorful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Burgers
  • 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils, well drained Or ½ cup dry lentils cooked in 1½ cups water until tender.
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs, panko or regular Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg Replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • to taste salt
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking the patties.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using dry lentils, cook ½ cup dry lentils in 1½ cups water until tender but not mushy. Drain completely and cool.
  2. Heat a small skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Sauté onion and garlic for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  3. In a large bowl, mash lentils with a fork, leaving some texture.
  4. Add sautéed onion, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix until fully combined. If too wet, add 1–2 tbsp extra breadcrumbs.
  6. Form into 4 compact patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  3. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve on whole-grain buns, wrap in lettuce leaves, or slice over salads. Store cooked patties in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.