Lentil-Barley Burgers With Fiery Fruit Salsa Recipe

Name: Lentil-Barley Burgers With Fiery Fruit Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salsa:; 1/4 cup finely chopped pineapple; 1/4 cup finely chopped mango; 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatillo; 1/4 cup halved grape tomatoes; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 serrano chile, minced; Burgers:; 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup dried lentils; Cooking spray; 1 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup grated carrot; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 3/4 cup cooked pearl barley; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 2 large egg whites; 1 large egg; 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided

Servings: persons

Salsa:
1/4 cup finely chopped pineapple
1/4 cup finely chopped mango
1/4 cup finely chopped tomatillo
1/4 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 serrano chile, minced
Burgers:
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup dried lentils
Cooking spray
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup grated carrot
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 cup cooked pearl barley
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 large egg whites
1 large egg
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided

1
To prepare salsa, combine first 6 ingredients; cover and refrigerate.
2
To prepare burgers, combine 1 1/2 cups water and lentils in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain. Place half of lentils in a large bowl. Place remaining lentils in a food processor; process until smooth. Add processed lentils to whole lentils in bowl.
3
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion and carrot; saute 6 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add tomato paste, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add onion mixture to lentils. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, barley, and next 5 ingredients (through egg); stir well. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
4
Divide mixture into 8 portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 patties; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Repeat procedure with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and 4 patties. Serve with salsa.

350

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salsa:, 1/4 cup finely chopped pineapple, 1/4 cup finely chopped mango, 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatillo, and more.

Yes, Lentil-Barley Burgers With Fiery Fruit Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Lentil-Barley Burgers With Fiery Fruit Salsa

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