2 Easy Plant-Based Recipes With Lentils
Posted on: 28 January 2022
Plant-based diets can be very healthy, but you do need to be careful to eat enough protein. Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein. A cup of cooked lentils contains 17.9 grams of protein, along with plenty of other important nutrients. Lentils are also really versatile. Here are two very different plant-based recipes you can make with lentils as a key ingredient.
Lentil Burgers
These lentil-burgers are easy to make on a weeknight. You can even make a couple of extra ones to put in the freezer for next time. To make four burgers, you'll need:
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup plain coconut yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium mushrooms, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for cooking
- a teaspoon lemon juice
Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix well with a fork, using the fork to break up some of the lentils as you stir. Once the mixture is uniform and sticky, divide it into four portions. Shape each portion into a patty that measures about 4 inches across.
Drizzle some olive oil into a skillet. Heat it over medium heat, and place the burger patties in the pan. Sear for 3 minutes per side. Then, serve as desired. They're excellent on a bun with classic mustard and ketchup!
Lentil and Broccoli Stir Fry
This one-pan dish has a lovely balance of sweet and salty flavors. If you don't love broccoli, you can make it with green beans or asparagus instead. To make two servings, you'll need:
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup raw broccoli, cut into small pieces
- 1 medium onion, sliced thin
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
Drizzle the canola oil into your skillet or wok. When it is hot, add the onions and broccoli, and saute until tender. Then, add the lentils and garlic. Saute for about 2 more minutes, just until the lentils get some color. Finally, pour in the remaining ingredients. Stir constantly until all of your ingredients are coated in sauce. Serve, and enjoy! You can always serve this dish over rice for a more calorie-dense meal.
Cooking plant-based is easy with lentils. Give one or both of the recipes above a try from Herbivore's Kitchen!
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