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Easy 6-Ingredient Lentil Burgers

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Quick and delicious lentil burgers made with just six simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups dried red lentils
  • 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 large shallot (or 1 small onion, small dice (about 1/3 cup))
  • 1/3 cup grated carrots (about 3 small)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Neutral flavored cooking oil (for pan frying, optional)

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 400ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Soak the lentils in enough water to cover by about 2 inches for two hours. Rinse and drain thoroughly.
  3. Place the drained lentils, garlic, shallot, carrot, tomato paste, cilantro, salt, and black pepper into a food processor. Pulse until well combined, scraping the sides as needed.
  4. Scoop out ¼ cup of the mixture at a time and shape into patties, about ½ inch thick.
  5. Option 1: Bake the patties for 10 minutes. Flip and bake for another 10 minutes or until crispy on both sides.
  6. Option 2: Pan-fry in oil for about 4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy; do this in batches if needed.
  7. Serve with a bun and desired toppings or sides like a salad or roasted potatoes.

Notes

If time allows, chill the patties before cooking to help them hold together better.

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