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:

1. 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.
2. 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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