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    Lentil Walnut Burgers

    Published: Mar 9, 2016 · Modified: Jan 9, 2019 by Richa 185 Comments

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    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free. Serve as burgers or over salad. 

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    Vegan Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com

    These scrumptious and filling patties have lentils, rice, walnuts and loads of flavor in them. It’s been a while since I made burger patties. I am hoping these fantastic burgers will be magical enough to get us some sunny days in the cloudy PNW. Am I ready for warmer days with loads of sunshine. The grey starts to depress even the chirpiest of the people and birds around.  

    I use cumin, coriander, garam masala in these. Feel free to use your own combination of flavors such as cumin + chipotle + oregano, or coriander + berbere, or a chili powder blend of choice. Add some coarsely ground fennel seeds for a sausagey flavor. Since the burger mixture is cooked, you can fix and adjust the flavors before committing to the patties! 

    I served these Lentil Walnut Burgers /patties with my avocado ranch, lettuce, juicy tomatoes, onions, pickled jalapeno and a melted chao cheese slice! I am topping he next batch with a load of caramelized onions. The sweet onions go really well with the earthy lentils. Use any vegan ranch or mayo, some ketchup or bbq or other sauces of choice. To troubleshoot any veggie burger patties(crumbly, too soft etc), see my tips on this burger round up post. Happy Burgering!

    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com

    More burgers from the blog

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    • and a 35 Veggie burger collection round up!

    Lately the facebook page has been getting angry non vegans asking me to change the name of the food to something other than burger, as Burger always equals meat. Well, please see this definition on Mirriam Webster. I did not make that definition. Burger is a generic term for a sandwich type food, that can be a hamburger, other meat burger, made with tofu, veggies, beans etc. Lentil Walnut Veggie Burgers!

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    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com

    The burger patties can also be baked. I prefer to cook them on a pan for a crispy exterior and moist juicy interior. Baking can dry the patties out a bit. If you use a good non stick pan, oil might not be needed for the roasting.  

    If you try these patties, leave me a comment, rate the recipe(when you try it), tag me on Instagram #veganricha, let me know what you think, love, not like, suggestions. Feedback keeps me motivated (esp in this grey weather) and helps me improve!

    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com

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    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com
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    Lentil Walnut Burgers

    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free. Makes 4 to 5 large patties. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or flour to make gf and serve the patties with dressing over a salad.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Burger
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 250kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup (7 g) chopped red onions
    • 1 clove of garlic
    • 1/4 inch (0.25 inch) ginger
    • 1/3 cup (39 g) walnuts
    • 1/4 cup (4 g) packed cilantro
    • 3/4 tsp (0.75 tsp) salt or more depends on if the lentils were salted
    • 3/4 tsp (0.75 tsp) each of ground cumin coriander
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) garlic
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) cayenne hot! or use sweet paprika + a good dash of black pepper for less heat
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) garam masala
    • 3-4 (3) basil leaves optional
    • 3/4 cup (142.5 g) cooked brown or white rice
    • 1 1/2 cups (299.28 g) cooked brown lentils or 1 15 oz can. I used Indian brown lentils
    • 2 tsp ketchup or bbq sauce
    • 1 tsp oil
    • 1 flax egg 1 tbsp flax seed meal mixed in 2.5 tbsp warm water, let sit for 2 minutes
    • 3-4 tbsp (3 tbsp) breadcrumbs or flour use gf breadcrumbs or flour to make gf

    Instructions

    • In a processor, process onion, garlic, ginger, walnuts and cilantro until finely chopped. Alternatively, cook the onions and garlic in 1/2 tsp oil until they are golden and then add to the processor.
    • Add the spices, salt, basil, rice, half of the cooked lentils and pulse a few times until well combined. Transfer to a bowl with the rest of the lentils. Add ketchup, oil, flax egg and mix everything until evenly mixed in. Mash a bit if needed and mix in. Taste and adjust salt, spice, herbs if needed. Add in the breadcrumbs or flour and mix in. Let the mixture chill for 10 minutes.
    • If the chilled mixture is too wet, add in more flour or breadcrumbs. The amount needed depends on the moisture in the veggies, the kind of lentils and just general mood of things in the mixture. Add more breadcrumbs or flour if too sticky wet. Add another flax egg if too crumbly to make patties.
    • Shape into 4 large patties. Pack well. Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and spread it around. Place patties on the skillet and cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side.
    • Serve with vegan ranch/avocado ranch or mayo or ketchup, mustard or other dressing of choice. Add some caramelized onions or other toppings.

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    Notes

    For variation: add some mushrooms and cook with the onions.
    Add 2 tbsp nutritional yeast.
    To Bake: I normally bake lentil burger patties at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes, then flip and bake another 10 or more minutes until golden. I haven't tried baking these particular patties. Let me know if you do.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Lentil Walnut Burgers
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 250 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Sodium 463mg20%
    Potassium 395mg11%
    Carbohydrates 33g11%
    Fiber 8g33%
    Sugar 3g3%
    Protein 10g20%
    Vitamin A 190IU4%
    Vitamin C 3.1mg4%
    Calcium 42mg4%
    Iron 3.6mg20%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Spiced Lentil Walnut Burgers. Easy Flavorful Burger patties with avocado ranch. Vegan Burger Recipe. Soyfree Easily gluten-free | VeganRicha.com

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    1. Boston Vegan

      January 16, 2023 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for this recipe Richa – these are SO good! I made them yesterday and baked them. I ended up not flipping them half way through cooking because I was lazy and didn’t chill them first as the recipe indicates, so they were a little soft. They firmed up fine in the oven though, and I heated one up on the stove tody for a sandwich. Yum! 🌱

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      • Vegan Richa Support

        January 16, 2023 at 2:25 pm

        Haha 🙂 Very glad you enjoy the recipe!

        Reply
    2. Nadina Benvenisti

      October 02, 2022 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      This are so good, I’ve made them heaps of times and volunteered to make a the vegan alternative to a sausage sizzle at an outdoor art show in a small town in outback Australia. I made 77 of them served over 3 days and they sold out. We raised a few hundred dollars for charity 😀 I was told I should avoid walnuts as people have allergies so subs same amount with tri colour quinoa to retain a bit of a nutty texture and worked a treat. I had so much great feedback and I’m sharing the recipe. Thank you.

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      • Vegan Richa Support

        October 03, 2022 at 1:43 pm

        Sounds like the event was a success! 🎉

        Reply
    3. Iva

      September 18, 2022 at 6:27 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for this recipe. It is my go to veggie burger recipe to please the crowd. I always double the recipe an make smaller patties. I bake them in the oven and they come out perfect. I admit, I spice them to my own liking because I prefer less heat and spice in general. But the base of the recipe is perfect.

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      • Vegan Richa Support

        September 21, 2022 at 2:35 pm

        Great idea with the mini patties!

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