Brown Bulgur & Lentil Veggie Burgers

Brown Bulgur & Lentil Veggie Burgers

A healthy plant-based burger patty made with CEREN Brown Bulgur for Meatballs and red lentils. Perfect for sandwiching in buns or serving with salad.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup CEREN Brown Bulgur for Meatballs
  • ½ cup CEREN Red Lentils
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook bulgur & lentils: Cook lentils in 2 cups water until soft (about 15 minutes). Meanwhile, soak bulgur in 1 cup hot water until tender. Drain excess water.

Prepare the mixture: Combine bulgur, lentils, onion, garlic, carrot, and spices. Mash slightly with a fork to bring it together. Stir in breadcrumbs until firm.

Shape patties: With damp hands, form burger-sized patties.

Cook: Heat olive oil in a pan and cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Serve: Serve in burger buns with lettuce, tomato, and tahini-yogurt sauce.