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Wheat Germ Lentil Burgers

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Submitted by mariacakes

Healthy lentil burgers with wheat germ and celery seeds. Quick vegetarian patties using pre-cooked lentils, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and a nutty flour coating.

YIELD

8 servings

PREP

10 min

COOK

30 min

READY

40 min

Got leftover lentils? Turn them into crispy veggie burgers in under 15 minutes of hands-on time.

Mash cooked lentils slightly, then mix with whole wheat breadcrumbs and wheat germ for nutty flavor and extra protein.

Celery seeds add an unexpected savory kick, while grated onion distributes moisture evenly throughout.

Form into patties, coat in whole wheat flour for structure, and pan-fry in hot oil until both sides turn deep golden brown.

These hold together beautifully and have a satisfying crust with tender interior.

Pro Tips

  • Use lentils that are fully cooked but not mushy for best texture
  • Grate onion instead of chopping for even distribution and moisture
  • Coat patties in flour right before frying to prevent gumminess
  • Fry in hot oil over medium-high heat for crispy exterior

Variations

  • Add 1 tablespoon tahini or almond butter for creamier texture
  • Mix in ½ cup grated carrot or zucchini for extra vegetables
  • Substitute ground flax for wheat germ if avoiding wheat

Ingredients

2 473
CUPS ML LENTIL
cooked, drained
1 237
CUP ML BREAD CRUMBS
whole wheat
½ 118
CUP ML WHEAT GERM
½ 2.5
TEASPOON ML SALT
½ 0.5
EACH ONIONS
grated
½ 2.5
TEASPOON ML CELERY SEED
1
X WHOLE-WHEAT FLOUR
whole wheat, for coating, to taste *
3 45
TABLESPOONS ML VEGETABLE OIL

Directions

  1. Mash the lentils slightly. Add the bread crumbs, wheat germ, salt, onion, and celery seeds.

Mix well. 2. Form the mixture into 8 patties. Coat with flour. 3. Heat the oil in a skillet and fry the patties on both sides until browned.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 81g (2.9 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 345 19% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 251mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 18%
Dietary Fiber 18g 73%
Sugars g
Protein 36g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 6% Iron 30%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, High Fiber
 
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