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Black Lentil Patties
Made with wholesome ingredients like black lentils, carrots, and fresh herbs, these lentil patties are easy to make and absolutely delicious. Serve them as a main dish, in a veggie burger, or on top of a grain bowl-these lentil patties are a great option for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. The best part? They're freezer-friendly, packed with protein, and loved by the whole family!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add ½ cup chopped onion and ½ teaspoon salt. Sauté for 6-9 minutes until softened.
- Step 2
Stir in ½ cup chopped carrots, ½ cup chopped celery, and 3 cloves minced garlic. Cook for another 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3
Add 1 cup dried black lentils, 3 ½ cups water, 1 bay leaf, and 1 sprig of fresh thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until lentils are soft. Remove and discard bay leaf and thyme sprig.
- Step 4
Scoop 1 cup of cooked lentils into a food processor and purée until smooth. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of the remaining lentils, the lentil purée, 2 cups breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Mix well.
- Step 5
Portion the lentil mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet using a spring-loaded ice cream scoop. Flatten each scoop to about ½ inch thick. Freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Step 6
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray patties with avocado oil spray. Cook in a single layer for 8 minutes, flip, and cook for another 8 minutes until golden brown.
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