Spiced Lentil Carrot Veggie Burgers
Bite into the wholesome goodness of Spiced Lentil Carrot Veggie Burgers, a deliciously healthy alternative to traditional burgers. These hearty patties combine protein-packed brown lentils, sweet grated carrots, and fragrant spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander to create a savory medley of flavors. Chopped fresh parsley and a touch of red onion add freshness and zest, while breadcrumbs and an egg (with a vegan flax egg option) ensure the perfect texture for frying. Ready in just 30 minutes, these golden-brown veggie burgers are versatile enough to pair with fluffy burger buns, crisp salads, or your favorite dipping sauce. Perfect for vegetarians and easily customizable for vegans, they offer a satisfying, plant-based meal that’s both nutritious and irresistibly flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Brown lentils (cooked)
- 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 1 cups Carrots (grated)
- 0.5 cups Red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 piece Egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked lentils with a fork or potato masher until about half of them are smooth and the other half are still slightly chunky for texture.
Add the breadcrumbs, grated carrots, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
Crack in the egg (or add your flax egg if vegan). Mix everything thoroughly until the mixture holds together when pressed.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and heated through.
Remove the patties from the skillet and serve warm. They are perfect in a burger bun with your favorite toppings, over a salad, or on their own with a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2312 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2780 mg | 59% | |
*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.
