Description
These lentil quinoa patties are a wholesome, flavorful option for anyone looking for a delicious and nutritious meal. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prepping!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cook lentils and quinoa separately following package instructions.
- Mix It Up!: In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils and quinoa with onions, garlic, carrot, and parsley. Stir until well mixed.
- Binding Magic: Add breadcrumbs, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust breadcrumbs as needed for consistency.
- Form the Patties: Shape the mixture into patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Fry Time!: Heat olive oil in a skillet and fry patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Patties can be baked instead of fried at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Refrigerate before frying if they fall apart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lentil, quinoa, patties, vegan, healthy, comfort food