Green Lentil Burgers

Fi1508

½ cup uncooked green lentils, rinsed and picked over

1 clove garlic, peeled

1 green onion

1 cup spinach leaves, rinsed and dried

¼ cup roughly chopped fresh parsley

1 carrot, grated

1 small yellow zucchini, grated

3 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon ketchup

1 egg or 3tbsp oil

½ cup oats

1 teaspoon ground cumin

¼ teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon salt

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

½ cup breadcrumbs

Place the lentils in a medium pot and cover with 1 inch of water. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until tender. (About 30 minutes.) Drain.

Pulse the garlic and scallions in a food processor until well-grated. Add the lentils and all remaining ingredients, except the breadcrumbs, into the food processor. Combine well.

Mix breadcrumbs into the mixture, then refrigerate for 30 minutes. The lentil mixture will be wet, but dries off a bit in the fridge.

Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-low heat. Form patties with the lentil mixture and place in the hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

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