Lentil Grain Burgers My Kids Will Eat
Transform mealtime with these irresistible **Lentil Grain Burgers My Kids Will Eat**, a wholesome and delicious plant-based alternative designed to please even the pickiest eaters. Packed with protein-rich lentils and quinoa, vibrant shredded carrot, and fresh spinach, these burgers are seasoned with warm cumin and smoked paprika for a flavor boost the whole family will love. The recipe combines simple, healthy ingredients into perfectly textured patties that are golden and crisp on the outside yet tender inside. Quick to prepare in under an hour, these veggie burgers are ideal for weeknight dinners and can be customized with kid-approved toppings like ketchup, lettuce, and tomato. Serve them on toasted buns alongside sweet potato fries or a green salad for a nutritious meal that will have your kids asking for seconds! Perfect for vegetarian families or parents seeking creative ways to include more veggies at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dry lentils (green or brown)
- 0.5 cup Quinoa
- 3 cups Water
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Shredded carrot
- 0.5 cup Chopped baby spinach
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (for cooking)
- 6 pieces Burger buns
- Toppings (lettuce, tomato slices, ketchup, etc.)
Instructions
Rinse the lentils and quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.
In a medium pot, combine the lentils and quinoa with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until both are tender and the water is absorbed.
Drain any excess liquid, then allow the mixture to cool slightly before proceeding.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils and quinoa with the breadcrumbs, shredded carrot, chopped spinach, minced garlic, eggs, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Mash the mixture gently with a fork or potato masher until it holds together but still has some texture. Adjust the consistency by adding more breadcrumbs if the mixture is too wet.
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties in batches for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan if needed between batches.
Toast the burger buns lightly, if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the buns and adding your kids' favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, and ketchup.
Serve immediately with a side of oven-baked sweet potato fries or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.5 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 4495 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 30.6 mg | 170% | |
| Potassium | 2247 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
