Lentil Burgers
These yummy vegetarian burgers are made from lentils and are loaded with protein. Try dressing them up on a whole wheat bun with your favorite veggies and spreads.
Average Cost: $10.42 
Prep Time: 15 minutes 
Average Cook Time: 45 minutes 
Average Servings: 8 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 Cup lentils
- 3 Cups water
- 1 Cup onion (chopped)
- 1 Cup carrot (grated)
- 3 Cups bread crumbs (fresh)
- 1 Tbsp canola oil
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 Tsp oregano (crumbled leaf)
- 1/2 Tsp salt
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 4 Ounces cheddar cheese
Directions
Step 1
Place lentils in a colander, rinse in cold water and drain.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add lentils, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Add onions and carrots. Cook 15 minutes more or until lentils are tender. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Stir in bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, oregano and salt.
Step 4
Melt butter in a large skillet. Drop lentil mixture by rounded 1/2 cupful into hot butter. Flatten mounds into patties and cook until firm and golden brown on both sides.
Step 5
Top each patty with a thin slice of cheese. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours.
Utensils Needed
- Can opener
- Colander
- Cutting board
- Large pot
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Sharp knife
- Vegetable peeler
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 Burger
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 378 |
| Total Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 38 mg |
| Sodium | 591 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 9 g |
| Total Sugars | 6 g |
| Added Sugars | 2 g |
| Protein | 18 g |