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Vegan Lentil Burgers

Vegan Lentil Burgers
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
50 min
Yields
6 servings

These burgers are packed with flavor, fiber and protein while still being low in fat. We love them grilled, but you can also pan-fry them: Heat 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and fry patties until well browned, about 2 minutes per side. (Remember: The extra oil will alter the calorie and fat totals.)

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ingredients

¾
cup brown lentils, rinsed, strained and picked through
1 ¾
cups plus 1 tablespoon low-sodium vegetable broth or water
2
tsp extra-virgin olive oil
1
large red onion, half finely chopped and half thinly sliced
Juice of ½ lemon
Kosher salt
8
oz fresh baby spinach
2
large cloves garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
½
tsp ground cumin
1
cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
½
cup walnuts, toasted and finely chopped
Cooking spray
6
whole-grain vegan hamburger buns
Baby arugula, basil, roasted red bell peppers and spicy mustard, for serving, optional
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directions

Step 1

Bring the lentils and 1 3/4 cup of the broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover and simmer until the lentils are fully softened and the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon broth and mash well with a potato masher. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the spinach, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper and cumin and stir until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the spinach mixture, breadcrumbs, walnuts and 3/4 teaspoon salt to the lentils and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

Step 4

Preheat the grill to medium-high. Form the mixture into six 4-inch patties and spray with cooking spray on each side. Grill until nice grill marks form, about 3 minutes per side. Place the patties in the buns with the sliced onion and other toppings, as desired, and serve.

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