Walnut & Lentil Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils, drained well
• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup finely diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Directions

1. Add lentils to a large bowl and lightly mash with a fork, leaving some texture.
2. Stir in walnuts, oats, onion, garlic, egg, tomato paste, soy sauce, and seasonings.
3. Mix until combined. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes so the oats can absorb moisture.
4. Form into 6 patties.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
6. Cook patties for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
7. Serve on whole grain buns or over a salad.

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