Vegetarian Lentil Burgers

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Vegetarian Lentil Burgers

This is a variation of our bean burgers base recipe. Plant-forward diets should not be restrictive or boring, which is why we created this delicious bean burger recipe! These vegetarian lentil burgers provide plenty of flavor, moisture, and quality protein to satisfy your plant-based burger cravings!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: burgers

Calories: 569kcal

Ingredients

½ Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (for the baking sheet)
3 cups cooked lentils, drained (2 cans)
½ cup Panko bread crumbs (whole grain suggested)
¼ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes (rehydrated if dried)
2 Tablespoons - ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 Tablespoons finely diced onion or shallot
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 large eggs
2 small garlic cloves, minced (~1 teaspoon)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Dash pepper
6 whole grain hamburger buns, lightly toasted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425ºF. Brush a baking sheet with oil or use pan spray.
Place lentils in a large mixing bowl and mash until almost smooth or leave slightly chunky.
Add bread crumbs, tomatoes, basil, onion, eggs, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, and mix until combined.
Create 6 patties with your hands or the help of a portion scoop and place on the pan, spaced ~1” apart.
Cook 8-10 minutes or until cooked through and slightly brown on the edges. Serve on toasted buns with toppings to YOUR taste. Enjoy!

Notes

To make lentil burgers from dried green or brown lentils, rinse 1 ½ cups of lentils under running water and remove any rocks or debris (it does happen!). Place lentils in a 2-3 quart pot and cover with water, ~1” above the top of the lentils. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for ~20-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender but not mushy. You should be able to smush them between your fingers.

Toppings to YOUR taste

Sliced tomato
Lettuce or leafy greens
Sliced or shredded cheese
Pickled vegetables
Sliced or smashed avocado
Mustard
Vegan tahini dressing
Greek yogurt ranch or aioli

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