posted Feb 18, 2020, updated Mar 9, 2024, by Shana Thomas
Savor the best in these vegan lentil patties, loaded with fresh herbs, spices, and irresistible flavors. Packed with iron, low in calories, and rich in protein.
Why you’ll love these lentil patties
- Savor the celebration of flavor with these herby vegan patties, a delightful journey for your taste buds.
- Embrace the joy of meal prep convenience, as these patties promise nourishing goodness, turning every kitchen moment into a step towards wholesome living.
- Benefit from the nutritional value of lentils, packed with protein, fiber, and a range of essential nutrients for a well-rounded, satisfying meal.
Lentil burgers ingredients
- Lentils: Opt for green lentils, with the flexibility to use French green, brown, or red lentils.
- Flour: Choose between all-purpose flour, gluten-free flour, or oat flour.
- Vegetables: Incorporate onions, garlic, and carrots for a wholesome blend.
- Spices: Enhance flavor with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin powder, cayenne powder, and sea salt.
- Herbs: Infuse freshness with cilantro; alternatively, parsley or thyme can be used.
- Flavor boosters: Elevate taste with Dijon mustard and a splash of lemon juice.
- Oil: Use avocado oil for a touch of richness.
How to make these vegan lentil patties
- Prepare a Flax Egg: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds with 3 tablespoons of water in a small container. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes to achieve an egg-like consistency; set it aside.
- Process Vegetables: Pulse carrots, onions, garlic, and cilantro (or parsley) in a food processor briefly; set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the processed carrots, onions, garlic, cilantro, lentils, and flour.
- Season and Mix: Introduce sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne powder, dijon mustard, the flax egg, and juice from half a lemon to the mixing bowl. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
- Cover the lentil mixture and refrigerate for 10-20 minutes to enhance binding.
- Shape lentil patties with your hands, adjusting with water for moisture or more flour for the right consistency—ensuring they hold together without becoming overly dry or crumbly.
- Sear in a Pan: Add oil to a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the lentil veggie burger in the pan.
- Cook Both Sides: Cook for approximately 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Repeat this process until the entire mixture is used up.
- Add Finishing Touches: Finish by topping the burgers with an extra squeeze of lemon juice, zest, or tahini sauce (refer to the notes below for the tahini sauce recipe). Serve alongside options like french fries, roasted vegetables, or cauliflower rice.
Lentil Pattie Q&A
How much protein is in a lentil patty?
A lentil patty typically contains around 15-20 grams of protein.
Why are my lentil patties mushy?
Mushy lentil patties may result from excess moisture or not allowing them to firm up during cooking.
What is a lentil burger made of?
Lentil burgers are crafted from wholesome lentils blended with flavorful ingredients for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
How to make lentil burgers stick together?
To ensure lentil burgers stick together, use binders like flax eggs or breadcrumbs, pulse ingredients for texture, chill the mixture before forming, choose lentils that hold shape, and add moisture gradually if needed.
How to bake lentil patties
- Shape the lentil mixture into patties.
- Gently place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Bake the patties for approximately 15-20 minutes until they reach a delightful texture.
How to store:
Store them in an airtight container and place them in the fridge for up to 5 days. For the freezer, add them to an airtight container and freeze them for up to 2 months.
More delicious plant-based recipes:
- Instant Pot Lentil Soup
- Mediterranean Salad
- Lentil Meatloaf
- Vegetable & Mushroom Stew
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower
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30-Minute Vegan Lentil Patties
Indulge in the finest herby lentil patties! Craft these delectable vegan lentil burgers, perfect when paired with crisp french fries, zesty lemon wedges, or a luscious tahini sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 cup french green lentils cooked; can sub for lentils of your choice
- 1/2 cup oat flour can sub for all-purpose or gluten-free flour
- 1 flax egg combine 1 tbsp ground flax seeds + 3 tbsp water in a small container. Set aside for 5 mins to form egg-like consistency.
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 carrot shredded
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp cayenne powder optional
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- sea salt to taste
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 lemon Juiced
- 1 handful of cilantro can sub for parsley, thyme, or rosemary
Instructions
Lentil Patties
- Prepare Lentils: Cook lentils according to package instructions; set aside once cooked.
- Flax Egg: Make a flax egg and set it aside.
- Chop Vegetables: Use a food processor to finely chop carrots, garlic, and cilantro; set aside. Alternatively, finely slice the ingredients.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine processed carrots, onions, garlic, cilantro, lentils, flour, and a medley of seasonings, including the flax egg and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly.
- Chill Mixture: Cover and refrigerate the lentil mixture for 10-20 minutes to enhance binding.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 6-8 lentil patties. Adjust consistency with water or flour if needed.
- Sear in Pan: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, place vegan lentil patties in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side or until browned.
- Serve: Squeeze extra lemon juice on top or pair with tahini dipping sauce (refer to notes for the tahini sauce recipe).
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Notes
- Tahini Sauce Ingredients: 1/3 cup runny tahini, juice of 1 lime, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 1 tsp of maple syrup or agave, & a pinch of salt.
- How to make tahini sauce: Add tahini, salt, lime juice, maple syrup, and dijon mustard in a small bowl and use a fork to whisk together until smooth & pourable.
- How to make oat flour: Add rolled oats to a food processor and process until it forms into flour.
- How to make french green lentils: Add the rinsed french green lentils to a large pot. The ratio I use is always 1 cup of lentils to 2.5 cups of water. Bring your water to a boil then lower it to a simmer and cook them covered for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain, salt, and set aside to cool.
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I made these patties for a family event and they were a hit!
Wow!! I’m so glad they turned out well.
Looks flavored nicely
Thank you! These lentil burgers taste delicious. Enjoy!!
These were delicious! Thank you for a great recipe!
Hi Darinka, thanks so much for your feedback. I’m so happy you enjoyed these lentil patties.
Looks delicious
Thank you, TIna!!
I love lentils and burgers can’t wait to try this vegan patty.
You’re gonna love this recipe. It’s perfect for meal prepping too!!
Give your burger a good pickle to make it laugh.
These lentil patties are one of my favorite recipes on the blog. So good!!!
These lentil patties are so delicious. I love to meal prep them for my family. Thank you for this recipe, Shana!
You’re welcome!! Thank you for sharing your feedback.
Best lentil patties I’ve ever had. Thank you for the amazing recipe.
Hi Kira, that’s awesome! I appreciate your feedback.
The title is not lying! I’m not a fan of making patties myself as a vegan, because they usually tend to fall apart, but these have a perfect texture. Thank you
Hi Olya, Thank you so much for the feedback. I appreciate the kind words.
Is the 1 cup lentils before cooking or after?
Hi Betsy, 1 cup before cooking.
These lentil patties are the best I’ve ever made. Thanks!