Name: BBQ Lentil Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 3/4 cup split red lentils; 2 cups water; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup chopped cauliflower; 1/4 cup chopped carrots; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 inch ginger, minced; 1/4 cup chopped red or orange bell pepper; 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce; 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper powder; 1 teaspoon onion flakes or powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons flaxmeal; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 2 to 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Burger toppings of choice; Burger buns or greens as the base; 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce for glazing; 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional); 2 cups shredded cabbage; 1/3 cup thinly sliced mango or apple; 1/2 cup shredded carrot; 3 to 4 tablespoons vegan mayo or non-dairy yogurt; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons maple syrup; Dashes of salt, pepper, celery seeds, and herbs of choice

Description

A delicious and healthy vegan red lentil veggie burger packed with flavor and perfect for any BBQ.

Ingredients

Scale

3/4 cup split red lentils
2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped cauliflower
1/4 cup chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 inch ginger, minced
1/4 cup chopped red or orange bell pepper
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
1 teaspoon chipotle pepper powder
1 teaspoon onion flakes or powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flaxmeal
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 to 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Burger toppings of choice
Burger buns or greens as the base
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce for glazing
2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/3 cup thinly sliced mango or apple
1/2 cup shredded carrot
3 to 4 tablespoons vegan mayo or non-dairy yogurt
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons maple syrup
Dashes of salt, pepper, celery seeds, and herbs of choice

Instructions

Make the Slaw: Combine sliced mango, carrot, and cabbage with vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Mix and set aside.
Prepare the Lentils: Rinse lentils, combine with water, garlic, and salt in a pot. Boil, then simmer until tender, about 14-16 minutes.
Chop the Veggies: Finely chop cauliflower, ginger, garlic, carrot, and bell pepper; mix with lentils.
Mix It All Together: Add BBQ sauce, spices, flaxmeal, sesame seeds, breadcrumbs, and flour to the lentil mixture; shape into patties.
Baking Options: Preheat oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet, place patties, glaze with BBQ sauce, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Pan-Frying Option: Heat skillet, cook patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Assemble Burger: Layer with toppings of choice and serve on buns or greens.

Notes

Let the mixture sit before shaping to meld flavors. Adjust with breadcrumbs or flour if too wet.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking or Pan-Frying
Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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