Curried Lentil and Chickpea Burgers

Packed with protein and bursting with bold flavors, these Curried Lentil and Chickpea Burgers are the perfect plant-based alternative for your next meal. Combining hearty lentils, creamy chickpeas, and a fragrant medley of curry powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, these burgers deliver an irresistible balance of taste and texture. Fresh cilantro, red onion, and a splash of lemon juice elevate the flavor profile, while breadcrumbs and a touch of flour ensure perfectly shaped patties that hold up during cooking. Ready in just 35 minutes, these versatile burgers pair beautifully with your favorite toppings—think crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a dollop of zesty vegan mayo—making them a satisfying choice for weeknight dinners, BBQs, or meal prep. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone exploring meatless options, this recipe is as wholesome as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cooked green or brown lentils
• 1 cup Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for binding, if needed)
• 4 Burger buns
• 0 Toppings of your choice (e.g., lettuce, tomato slices, vegan mayo)

Directions

Step 1

Add the cooked lentils and chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Mash them together with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but with a few chunks remaining for texture.

Step 2

Stir in the breadcrumbs, red onion, minced garlic, fresh cilantro, curry powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.

Step 3

If the mixture seems too wet, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time until it holds together when pressed. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the patties into the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and firm.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns if desired and assemble the burgers with your choice of toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, and vegan mayo.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Curried Lentil and Chickpea Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1809.1

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5705.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 69.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 421.9mg	0%
Iron 29.5mg	0%
Potassium 1974.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 62.8%