Vegan Lentil Patties

Name: Vegan Lentil Patties
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g Dry green or brown lentils; 1 medium Red onion; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 medium Carrot; 1 stalk Celery stalk; 50 g Breadcrumbs (can be gluten-free); 1 tbsp Ground flaxseed; 3 tbsp Water (for flax egg); 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp Ground cumin; 1 tsp Ground coriander; 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika; 0.25 tsp Salt; 0.125 tsp Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying)

Difficulty

easy

Time

50m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

These vegan lentil patties are a true kitchen treasure, packed with flavor and nutrients. They are the perfect choice if you're craving something hearty yet light, and completely meat-free. Crispy on the outside, soft and spicy on the inside, they are guaranteed to please everyone, whether vegan or meat-eater. They pair wonderfully with salads, in sandwiches, or even as a main course with a delicious dipping sauce.

Steps

Cook Lentils

First, cook the lentils according to package instructions until tender but still holding their shape. This usually takes 20-25 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Prepare Base

Make the flax egg: combine ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5 minutes until it forms a gel. Meanwhile, finely chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery stalk. Heat a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then sauté the onion and vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

Combine & Form

In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, flax egg, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, pepper). Mash a portion of the lentils with a fork or potato masher to help the mixture bind together. Form the mixture into about 8-10 patties.

Fry Patties

Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately!

	Per 100g	Per Serving 150g / 5.3 oz
Calories	180 kcal	270 kcal
Protein	9g	13.5g
Fat	5g	7.5g
Carbohydrate	24g	36g
Fiber	8g	12g
Sugar	2g	3g

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Vegan Lentil Patties

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ingredients

Steps

Cook Lentils

Prepare Base

Combine & Form

Fry Patties

Extra Tips

► If you prefer, you can bake the patties: bake at 180°C (fan-assisted) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

► Experiment with spices! A pinch of chili flakes or curry powder also works wonderfully.

► Serve with a fresh salad, a yogurt-based (or vegan yogurt-based) dip, or hummus.

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