Easy Plant-Based Lentil Burgers

Good gracious these burgers are epic!

Perks about lentil burgers: they hold their shape very well and they are totally filling. When I am very hungry, I’ll usually cook up about 2 servings of green lentils to make a huge burger.

They are actually easy to make. Just cook the lentils as per the package instructions. I used Trader Joe’s small green lentils, which I cook them for about 35 minutes along with some water and spices. Additionally, what you want in your spice mix is totally up to you.

For the spice mix, I used sazon, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

This recipe makes one huge burger, or 2 regular size burgers.

Depends on how hungry you are!

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Easy Plant-Based Lentil Burgers Recipe

Ingredients:

• ½ cup small green lentils
• 1 ½ cup water
• Seasoning mix
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp oat flour (add more if needed)

Directions:

1. Add lentils, water, and spice mix into a small pot.
2. Bring up to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer.  
3. Simmer until tender, or about 35 minutes.
4. Drain water from lentils and transfer to a bowl.
5. Add the chia seeds and oat flour to the bowl. Mix well.
6. Transfer the lentils mix to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. Scoop out the blended lentil mix and shape out burger patties.
8. Add a little bit of olive oil to a medium hot pan.
9. Cook burger for about 3-4 minutes on each side.

The texture for these burgers are out of this world – chunky, full of texture, and filling. However, you’ll want to dress them up a bit. Add your favorite sauces and toppings. I used ketchup and a vegan chipotle sauce.

Note:

• Pre-cook, you’ll want the burger patties to be on the drier side to keep them firm and compact.

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