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Two Vegan Lentil Burgers on a white plate with lettuce and sauce

Vegan Lentil Burger

These Vegan Lentil Burgers will soon be a favorite. They are savory, satisfying, and full of smoky flavor with a hearty texture that holds together beautifully. Serve them piled high on a bun or enjoy them as patties with your favorite sides.
Servings 4
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rest time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 fork or potato masher
  • 1 food processor if grinding rolled oats into oat flour
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 skillet or pan
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups cooked lentils (green or brown) or 1 -15 oz. can lentils drained
  • 3/4 cups Oat flour (or blend rolled oats in food processor)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tablespoons water to make "flax egg" (optional to form sturdier burger)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoon coconut amino, tamari, or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne (optional for heat)
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, mash the cooked lentils using a fork or potato masher until they are partially mashed but still have some texture.
  • Add oat flours, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, flax egg, soy sauce or coconut aminos, tomato paste, nutritional yeast, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic and onion powder, and cayenne, salt to the bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the oats to absorb some moisture and bind the mixture together. Add 1 -2 tablespoons of water if it needs to be more moist.
  • Form the mixture into patties of desired size and thickness.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the lentil burgers for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and firm. (for baking instructions see recipe notes below)
  • Serve the lentil burgers on buns with your favorite toppings and condiments.

Notes

For a healthier version: Bake the lentil burgers in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, for a healthier alternative.