Low Fat Lentil Burger

Satisfy your burger cravings with this hearty and nutritious Low Fat Lentil Burger, a perfect plant-based alternative that’s as flavorful as it is healthy. Packed with protein-rich lentils, fresh vegetables like grated carrot and red bell pepper, and seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers big on taste while keeping it light. The addition of oat flour ensures the patties hold together beautifully, creating a texture that’s both tender and satisfying. These vegan-friendly burgers are pan-seared to golden perfection with just a touch of olive oil and served on toasted whole-grain buns for a wholesome, guilt-free meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, these burgers are easily customizable with your favorite toppings like creamy avocado or crisp lettuce. Simple, nutrient-dense, and bursting with flavor, this recipe is a must-try for healthy eating enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry lentils
• 2 cups water
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 0.5 chopped red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup oat flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (for cooking) olive oil
• 4 whole grain burger buns

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are soft. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, onion, garlic, grated carrot, and chopped red bell pepper.

Step 3

Add the oat flour, ground cumin, smoked paprika, coriander powder, and ground black pepper to the lentil mixture. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Mix in the low-sodium soy sauce, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Using your hands, mash the mixture together until it holds together well enough to form patties.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.

Step 6

In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the lentil patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and firm.

Step 7

Toast the whole grain burger buns if desired. Place the cooked lentil patties onto the buns, and add your choice of toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, or avocado.

Step 8

Serve the low-fat lentil burgers warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1371.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977.4

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1998.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.5g
Protein 94.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 556.8mg	0%
Iron 29.1mg	0%
Potassium 2925.2mg	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: 15.7%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 66.1%