SMOKED CHEDDAR AND LENTIL BURGERS

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Always on a quest to find a good veggie burger. This is untried but looks very good. From Cooking Light. Per serving: 354 calories, 8.8 g fat, 19.3 g protein, 50.7 g carb, 9.8 g fiber, 15 mg cholesterol; allow 45 minutes for chill time.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 cups water
1 cup dried lentils
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
3 large egg whites, lightly beaten
8 teaspoons stone ground mustard
8 whole wheat hamburger buns (each bun should weight 2 oz.)
8 tomatoes, slices (1/4-inch thick slices)
2 cups trimmed arugula

Steps:

  • Add the first 3 ingredients to a saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, lower heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Throw out bay leaves.
  • Transfer lentils to a large mixing bowl; partially mash with a potato masher; cool slightly.
  • Add oil to a medium nonstick skillet; heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add in onion and carrot; stir/saute for 5 minutes or until tender; cool slightly.
  • Add onion mixture, cheese, and the next 8 ingredients to the lentils; stir to mix well.
  • Cover and chill for 45 minutes.
  • Divided mixture into 8 portions; shape each portion into a 1/2-inch thick patty.
  • Heat a grill pan coated wtih cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  • Add half the patties; cook for 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Repeat with remaining patties.
  • Spread 1 teaspoon mustard on the top half of each bun; put 1 patty on the bottom half of each bun; top each serving with 1 tomato slice, 1/4 cup arugula and the top half of bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 799, Carbohydrate 49.4, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 8.5, Protein 17.8

R F rijan Ahmed
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I highly recommend these burgers! They're easy to make, delicious, and healthy. What more could you ask for?


Kingshitbaby 416
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These burgers are a great way to save money on groceries. Lentils are a very affordable protein source, and they're packed with nutrients.


MD Jafor islam
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I love the versatility of these burgers. I've served them on buns, in lettuce wraps, and even over rice. They're always delicious, no matter how you serve them.


Farhan Sami
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These burgers are a great make-ahead meal. I often make a big batch on the weekend, and then I can just reheat them during the week for a quick and easy meal.


Manish Sony
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I've made these burgers with both green and brown lentils, and they're always delicious. I also like to add a bit of chopped onion and garlic to the mixture for extra flavor.


Aijaz Ali official
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These burgers are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. They're packed with lentils, carrots, and celery, but they're still delicious enough that even picky eaters will love them.


Moheeb khan
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoy these burgers. They're so flavorful and satisfying, and they're a great way to get more lentils into my diet.


Jafor Henter
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These burgers are perfect for a summer cookout. They're easy to make ahead of time, and they can be cooked on the grill or in the oven.


Strahinja Milosevic
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I love the smoky flavor that the smoked cheddar cheese gives these burgers. It really takes them to the next level.


LAIBA Khano
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These burgers are a great way to use up leftover lentils. They're also a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional beef burgers.


rachael muasa
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I've made these burgers several times now, and they're always a hit with my family and friends. They're so easy to make, and they're always delicious.


Tracy Matuz
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Yum!


Sudama Loniya
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These burgers were a bit bland for my taste. I think I will add some more spices next time.


Ch Usman
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These burgers were easy to make and tasted great! I used a combination of green and brown lentils, and I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the mixture. The burgers were moist and flavorful, and the smoked cheddar cheese gave them a delici


Handsome Boy
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I was pleasantly surprised by these burgers. They were really flavorful and juicy, and the lentils added a nice texture. I would definitely make these again.


ijaz Aplus
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These burgers were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The lentils added a nice heartiness, and the smoked cheddar cheese gave them a delicious smoky flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Brynlee Britton
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The burgers were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I will add some more moisture next time, maybe by adding some chopped vegetables or using a different type of cheese.


Nikki Jalene
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these burgers were to make. I was able to whip them up in no time, and they turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Thagendra Bastola
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These burgers were a hit with my family! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the smoked cheddar cheese added a delicious depth of flavor. I will definitely be making these again soon.


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