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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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From Gabrielle Berra, in Eating Clean. Making lentil burgers is a great alternative to meat, whether you're a vegetarian or not. Lentils are a great source of fiber and make up a complete protein when paired with a whole grain (such as brown rice). What better way to enjoy them as a burger? Ingredients:
1 cup dry green lentils, rinsed |
6 garlic cloves, minced |
3/4 cup yellow onion, diced |
2 celery ribs, minced |
1/4 cup leek, finely diced |
2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground |
5 teaspoons dijon mustard |
3 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste |
1 teaspoon chili powder |
1 teaspoon turmeric |
2 teaspoons cumin |
1 cup cooked long-grain brown rice |
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cook lentils according to package instructions.
2. In a large bowl, mix garlic, onion, celery, leeks, flaxseed, Dijon, tomato paste, and spices. When lentils are cooked, mash them with the back of a fork, leaving some whole. Add mashed lentils and rice to bowl. Mix all ingredients together.
3. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. While oil is heating, form lentil-rice mixture into 6 lentil patties. Add them to pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until light brown. Transfer patties to prepared baking sheets and cook in oven for 15 minutes to warm through. Serve with a side salad and topped with diced tomatoes and avocado, if desired.
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