Red Lentil Burgers Recipe

Name: Red Lentil Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups hot water; 1 cup red lentils; 1 large onion, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon spicy Dijon mustard, or more to taste; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed; cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup red lentils
1 large onion, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon spicy Dijon mustard, or more to taste
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
cooking spray

1
Combine water and lentils in a saucepan; bring to a boil and cook until the water is completely absorbed and the lentils tender yet holding form, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer lentils to a large bowl and let cool.
2
Stir onion, cilantro, garlic, mustard, cumin, parsley, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes into the lentils; add flour as needed to help absorb excess moisture and bind ingredients together. Shape lentil mixture into 4 patties.
3
Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
4
Cook burgers in the hot skillet until firm and hot in the center, 4 to 7 minutes per side.

121

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups hot water, 1 cup red lentils, 1 large onion, minced, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Red Lentil Burgers falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Red Lentil Burgers

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