Lentil millet burgers
These burgers pack a protein punch along with a nice nutty texture thanks to the millet.
261 cal
Serves 5
Prep time
0h 20m
Cook time
0h 35m
Total time
0h 55m
Ingredients
Directions
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Step 1
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onions, garlic and chili powder for 2 minutes. Stir in millet until coated. Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. -
Step 2
Meanwhile, place lentils in a bowl and using potato masher, mash until smooth. Add millet mixture, egg white and cilantro; stir until well combined. Using a 1/2 cup (125 mL) dry measuring cup, divide mixture and form into five, 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick burger patties. -
Step 3
Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and panfry patties, in batches if necessary, over medium high heat for about 5 minutes per side or until golden brown. -
Step 4
Serve with tomato slices.
Tips
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Make these up to 2 days ahead, cover and refrigerate. Enjoy them cold or reheated in the microwave. Tuck them into a pita or break them up onto a green salad for a different lunch option.
Nutritional information
Per serving (1 burger)
- Calories
- 261
- Protein
- 11 g
- Sodium
- 330 mg
- Potassium
- 516 mg
- Total fat
- 4 g
- Saturated fat
- 0 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Carbohydrates
- 47 g
- Fibre
- 8 g
- Sugars
- 1 g
- Added sugars
- 0 g
Recipe developed by Emily Richards, PH Ec. ©Heart and Stroke Foundation 2013.
