Description
A tasty and healthy alternative to traditional meat burgers, packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup Italian parsley leaves
- 2 Fresno chili, stems removed and roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- Buns for serving
- Optional toppings (lettuce, tomato, avocado, sauces)
Instructions
- In a skillet, sauté the shallot and garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix sautéed shallots and garlic with lentils, parsley, and Fresno chilies.
- Add cumin and mix thoroughly.
- Form the mixture into patties.
- Cook the patties on a grill or stovetop until browned on both sides.
- Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra flavor, feel free to add other herbs or spices. If the mixture is too wet, add breadcrumbs or oats to bind better.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lentil burger, vegetarian recipe, healthy burger, plant-based, grilling