Red lentils break down completely while green lentils hold their shape—mixing both creates the perfect burger texture.
Lentil Burgers
Get ready to savor these mouthwatering lentil burgers, packed with hearty lentils and vibrant spices! Perfect for meal prep, whip up a big batch and freeze them for a quick, nutritious dinner anytime. Grill or pan-fry these flavor bombs for a satisfying bite that’s both healthy and delicious!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
5
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 5🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 80 g finely chopped onion (2.82 oz)
- Parsley to tasteoptional
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 400 g lentils, cooked and well drained (14.1 oz)
- A good splash of olive oil (to keep them juicy while cooking)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (2.5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (5 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(2)
- 1 tablespoon mustard (15 ml)
- 2 tablespoons (15 ml) soy sauce (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 125 g oatmeal flakes (4.41 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Put all the ingredients in a bowl, use a potato masher to mash the lentils a bit, you can also knead with your hands to break them up a little (don't overdo it so that some remain whole). Make sure the ingredients are well integrated.
- 2
If the mixture is too wet, let it rest for about 20 minutes. If it's manageable, you can directly form the burgers.
- 3
Freeze the ones you won't consume immediately. To cook them, simply flip them in a pan over medium heat with a little oil and cover.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mash only 60-70% of the lentils, leaving 30-40% whole to create texture contrast and prevent mushy, dense patties that fall apart.technique60-70% mashed
- ✓If mixture is too wet, add 1-2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs or oat flour per cup of lentils to absorb excess moisture without compromising binding.ingredient1-2 tbsp per cup
- ✓Cook lentil burgers at exactly medium heat (325-350°F pan surface) because higher temps create a hard crust before the interior sets, causing cracking.timing325-350°F
- ✓Cover the pan while cooking to create steam that helps bind the proteins and starches, reducing breakage by up to 50% when flipping.technique50% less breakage
- ✓Chill formed patties for 30 minutes before cooking so proteins firm up and starches set, creating better structural integrity.timing30 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
5
people
Level
beginner
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Red lentils break down completely while green lentils hold their shape—mixing both creates the perfect burger texture.
Lentil Burgers
Get ready to savor these mouthwatering lentil burgers, packed with hearty lentils and vibrant spices! Perfect for meal prep, whip up a big batch and freeze them for a quick, nutritious dinner anytime. Grill or pan-fry these flavor bombs for a satisfying bite that’s both healthy and delicious!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 5🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 80 g finely chopped onion (2.82 oz)
- Parsley to tasteoptional
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 400 g lentils, cooked and well drained (14.1 oz)
- A good splash of olive oil (to keep them juicy while cooking)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (2.5 ml)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (5 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(2)
- 1 tablespoon mustard (15 ml)
- 2 tablespoons (15 ml) soy sauce (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 125 g oatmeal flakes (4.41 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Put all the ingredients in a bowl, use a potato masher to mash the lentils a bit, you can also knead with your hands to break them up a little (don't overdo it so that some remain whole). Make sure the ingredients are well integrated.
- 2
If the mixture is too wet, let it rest for about 20 minutes. If it's manageable, you can directly form the burgers.
- 3
Freeze the ones you won't consume immediately. To cook them, simply flip them in a pan over medium heat with a little oil and cover.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mash only 60-70% of the lentils, leaving 30-40% whole to create texture contrast and prevent mushy, dense patties that fall apart.technique60-70% mashed
- ✓If mixture is too wet, add 1-2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs or oat flour per cup of lentils to absorb excess moisture without compromising binding.ingredient1-2 tbsp per cup
- ✓Cook lentil burgers at exactly medium heat (325-350°F pan surface) because higher temps create a hard crust before the interior sets, causing cracking.timing325-350°F
- ✓Cover the pan while cooking to create steam that helps bind the proteins and starches, reducing breakage by up to 50% when flipping.technique50% less breakage
- ✓Chill formed patties for 30 minutes before cooking so proteins firm up and starches set, creating better structural integrity.timing30 minutes