Lentil Burgers with Lemon Yogurt Dip Recipe
Delicious and wholesome lentil burgers made with brown lentils, grated carrots, and aromatic spices, served with a refreshing lemon yogurt dip. These plant-based patties are easy to prepare, pan-fried to golden perfection, and perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 burgers 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian, American-style
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Lentil Burgers
- 2 cups boiled or steamed brown lentils
- 1/2 white or yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, finely grated
- 3/4 cup oat flour
- 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
Lemon Yogurt Dip
- 1/2 cup Greek or plain yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tbsp dry parsley or dry dill
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat a large skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they soften and become translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sautéed onions to a mixing bowl. Add the grated carrots, boiled lentils, crushed garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using your hands, ensuring the lentils are slightly mashed but still retain some texture.
- Add Sauces and Flour: Incorporate the low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos), ketchup, and oat flour into the lentil mixture. Stir well until the mixture is evenly combined and can hold together for shaping.
- Shape Burgers: Line a cutting board or plate with parchment paper. Lightly oil your hands and form the mixture into six palm-sized burger patties.
- Cook Burger Patties: Heat the same skillet over medium-low heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cook the lentil burgers in batches of three, frying each side for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Add more olive oil between batches as needed.
- Prepare Yogurt Dip: While the burgers cook, combine Greek or plain yogurt, crushed garlic, lemon juice, dry parsley or dill, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
- Serve: Serve the warm lentil burgers with the lemon yogurt dip on the side for dipping or spreading. Enjoy immediately or store leftovers.
Notes
- To make the burgers gluten-free, ensure your oat flour is certified gluten-free.
- The burgers can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- If the mixture is too wet, add a little more oat flour to help bind the patties.
- These burgers are great served on buns or with a fresh salad.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option or coconut aminos for a soy-free version.
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