Middle Eastern Vegetable Grain Burgers Recipe

Name: Middle Eastern Vegetable Grain Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup dried red lentils, uncooked, sorted and rinsed; 1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked, can also use basmati rice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1/2 cup walnut halves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 eggs; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 6 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, toasted, can also use toasted pita bread halves; mayonnaise, to taste; red onion, Sliced, to taste; lettuce, Shredded, garnish; tomatoes, Sliced, garnish

Servings: persons

1/3 cup dried red lentils, uncooked, sorted and rinsed
1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked, can also use basmati rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup walnut halves, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, toasted, can also use toasted pita bread halves
mayonnaise, to taste
red onion, Sliced, to taste
lettuce, Shredded, garnish
tomatoes, Sliced, garnish

1
In a medium saucepan place lentils and cover with one inch of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 25 to 35 minutes or until tender. Drain the lentils, rinse, and set aside. Cook the rice according to the package directions and set this aside also.
2
Using a heavy large skillet heat the oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and chopped onion cooking and stirring for 20 to 25 minutes or until mushrooms are brown. In a large bowl combine the mushroom and onion mixture with the cheese, walnuts, lentils, rice, cliantro, eggs and pepper, mix together well. Cover the bowl and chill.
3
Preheat broiler and grease a 15 x 10 inch jelly roll pan with oil. Take lentil mixture out of refrigerator and shape into six 1/2 inch thick patties. Place patties on oiled jelly roll pan and broil four inches away from heat source for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, turning once, or until golden brown. Serve immediately on buns topped with mayo, red onion, lettuce, and tomatoes.

1338

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup dried red lentils, uncooked, sorted and rinsed, 1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked, can also use basmati rice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Middle Eastern Vegetable Grain Burgers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Middle Eastern Vegetable Grain Burgers

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions