Lentil and Walnut Burgers

This recipe comes from Whole Foods website.

Cook 1.5 cups lentils in one pot (or use leftover lentils from last night's meal)
Cook 2 cups brown rice

While you are cooking your lentils and rice, chop up the following into small pieces:
1 small carrot
1/2 cup mushrooms
1/4 cup walnuts
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 Tablespoon parlsey
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

In a skillet, heat up 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, then cook the chopped ingredients pictured above for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

While cooking the above, go ahead and work on the next step at the same time.

In a food processor, add 1.5 cups cooked lentils, 1 cup of your rice, and 1 partially beaten egg.

Process lentils, rice, and egg until smooth.

Mix your lentil mixture with your cooked ingredients, including your additional cup of rice.  Mix well, then form into patties. 

Add a little oil to your skillet and cook your patties just like you would hamburgers.  Turn once golden brown (takes about 10 minutes total). 

Serve alone, or add cheese and a bun.

 

Sweet potato fries would make a great side dish for these veggie burgers!