Veggie Lentil Burgers Recipe
Veggie Lentil Burgers
Veggie burgers are a tasty and inexpensive substitute for meat patties. You’ll be surprised by how similar the flavor is. The addition of bread crumbs and cheese makes these burgers a complete protein. Makes 5 servings
Recipe from www.NutritionMonth2018.ca
What you need:
- 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) brown lentils, drained and rinsed
- 2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese
How to make:
- In a large bowl, mash lentils. Stir in bread crumbs, onion, celery, salt, pepper, 1/2 cup (75 mL) water and Worcestershire sauce until well blended. Form into five 3/4-inch (2 cm) thick patties.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook burgers for about 5 minutes per side or until browned on both sides. Top each with cheese.
Per serving (1 of 5)
- Calories – 196
- Fat – 7 g
- Saturated – 3 g
- Cholesterol – 12 mg
- Sodium – 465 mg
- Carbohydrates – 23 g
- Fiber – 3 g
- Protein – 10 g
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