lentil burgers
Hearty and flavorful lentil burgers made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a nutritious vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- Burger buns and toppings of choice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the cooked lentils until mostly smooth but with some texture remaining.
- Add the breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 4 equal patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve the lentil burgers on buns with your favorite toppings and sauces.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a tablespoon of tahini or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture before shaping the patties.