Low Fat Lentil Burger
Satisfy your cravings guilt-free with this wholesome Low Fat Lentil Burger recipe that’s packed with plant-based goodness and a burst of bold flavors! Crafted from tender lentils, vibrant vegetables like grated carrot and red bell pepper, and a fragrant blend of spices including smoked paprika and cumin, these veggie patties are a delicious, heart-healthy alternative to traditional burgers. Bound with oat flour and seasoned with fresh parsley, lemon juice, and soy sauce for a savory depth, these burgers are pan-seared to golden perfection using minimal olive oil. Served on toasted whole-grain burger buns and customizable with your favorite toppings, this protein-rich meal is ideal for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone seeking a lighter twist on burger night. Ready in under an hour, it’s a simple yet satisfying recipe that makes healthy eating a treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 medium, grated carrot
- 0.5 chopped red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup oat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon coriander powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon (for cooking) olive oil
- 4 whole grain burger buns
Instructions
Rinse the lentils under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are soft. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, onion, garlic, grated carrot, and chopped red bell pepper.
Add the oat flour, ground cumin, smoked paprika, coriander powder, and ground black pepper to the lentil mixture. Stir until well combined.
Mix in the low-sodium soy sauce, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Using your hands, mash the mixture together until it holds together well enough to form patties.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the lentil patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and firm.
Toast the whole grain burger buns if desired. Place the cooked lentil patties onto the buns, and add your choice of toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, or avocado.
Serve the low-fat lentil burgers warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1998 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.4 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.2 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 94.0 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 29.1 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 2925 mg | 62% | |
*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.
