Low Fat Savory Lentil Patty

Packed with wholesome nutrition and bursting with flavor, these Low Fat Savory Lentil Patties are the perfect recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. Made with protein-rich green lentils, fresh vegetables like onion and carrot, and seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, these patties offer a deliciously smoky and savory taste. They’re pan-cooked with just a light spray of olive oil, keeping them low in fat while still golden and crispy. Versatile and family-friendly, these lentil patties can be served as a hearty main dish alongside a crisp salad or transformed into a plant-based burger with whole-grain buns. With minimal prep and cook time, they’re an easy, nutritious option for both weeknight dinners and make-ahead meals. Perfect for vegetarians and lentil lovers alike, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry green lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 can olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are tender. Drain any excess water and let cool slightly.

Step 2

While the lentils are cooking, finely chop the onion and carrot. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a non-stick pan, sauté the onion and carrot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, bread crumbs, ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 5

Add chopped parsley and lemon juice to the mixture, and stir to combine.

Step 6

Use your hands to form the mixture into 8 patties. If the mixture is too sticky, slightly wet your hands with water.

Step 7

Lightly spray a non-stick skillet or griddle with olive oil spray and heat over medium heat.

Step 8

Cook the patties for 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and heated through.

Step 9

Serve warm as a main dish alongside a fresh salad or use as a veggie burger in whole-grain buns.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1524.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.6

Total Fat 246.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2069.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 71.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.9mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 2209.7mg	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: 64.5%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 27.2%