Red Lentil Burgers

Red lentils are not actually a type of lentil, but rather a split version of the regular brown or green lentils. They cook faster and have a softer texture, making them perfect for burgers.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Red Lentil Burgers

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 small Carrot
• 1 small Red Bell Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 piece Hamburger Buns
• 4 leaf Lettuce
• 4 slice Tomato
• 4 slice Red Onion

Instructions

1. Rinse the red lentils and cook them according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, add the cooked lentils, onion, garlic, carrot, red bell pepper, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the breadcrumbs. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
4. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Toast the hamburger buns.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, red onion slice, and a lentil patty on each bun.
8. Serve the red lentil burgers with your favorite condiments and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.