Pan-Fried Lentil Patties (Veggie Burgers)
Pan-Fried Lentil Patties (Veggie Burgers) deliver a hearty bite with tender lentils, melted mozzarella, and a garlicky onion kick, all crisped in a light cornmeal crust. These burgers feel comforting yet fresh, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings or over greens for a lighter plate.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Pulse the lentils in a food processor until coarsely ground; move them to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Combine the onion, egg, bell pepper, and bread crumbs with the lentils; add the mozzarella cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper to the lentils and mix.
- 3
Split the mixture into four equal portions, shape into balls, then press them into patties.
- 4
Spread the cornmeal in a wide, shallow bowl. Dredge the patties in the cornmeal to coat.
- 5
Heat the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties in the skillet until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Calories 357.54 kcal Moderate
- Protein 21.4 g Good Source
- Carbs 49.94 g Moderate
- Total Fat 12.24 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 5.31 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 78.01 mg High
- Sodium 218.76 mg Moderate
- Fiber 16.86 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.79 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.13 g Low Source
- Calcium 201.77 mg Moderate
- Iron 5.43 mg Good Source
- Potassium 516.44 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 611.55 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 190.41 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.45 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅