Burgers are always one of those dishes that are on everyone's mind. But of course, we can't always eat them when we feel like it, mostly because it's one of the fast foods with little nutritional value. So, thinking both of children and of those who are not so much, nothing like opting for the Lentil Burgers.
Yes, a very healthy option so that the little ones can eat in a balanced way still unknowingly You can also add the vegetables you prefer, so they become one of those dinners that no one is going to deny. If you were looking for healthy and delicious recipes then it is time to let yourself be carried away by them.
The benefits of lentils for children
As we have mentioned, both for children and adults, lentils become one of the ideal dishes. This is because of the nutritional contribution that they will leave us. On the one hand They have folic acid which is very good for helping the nervous system, but it is that on the other hand, we do not forget that they are proteins for our body and above all, for our muscles. Fiber always helps us to make the intestine work the right way. They are low in fat as well as sodium, but a source of iron as well as potassium. If you liked the Chickpea BurgersNow it's the turn of the lentils!
Myriam B.T.
How to prepare lentil burgers
Whenever we think about making a series of recipes, make sure you have all the ingredients. Because it's not the first time we've launched and then we're missing things. It is true that in this case you can add a variety of vegetables, so that this recipe is a bit personalized and to your liking.
Ingredients for burgers
- 250 grams of lentils (you can cook them, previously leaving them to soak or use a boat where they are already cooked)
- 1 small onion.
- 1 carrot that you will grate
- A tablespoon of breadcrumbs.
- A spoonful of olive oil to fry them.
- (Pepper or other vegetables if you wish)
Step by step
- First of all, if the lentils are canned, you need to wash them well with cold water.
- You will put them in the blender glass because yes, we are going to create a paste with them, that is why they must be well cooked. We booked.
- Meanwhile, we put the spoonful of oil in a frying pan, we heat it and let's add the vegetables that we have chosen well chopped. You can grate the carrot and finely chopped onion. If you go for the bell peppers, they should be very small pieces as well.
- We are going to fry everything for a few minutes, until we see that it is taking on a slight color.
- It is at that moment when we are going to integrate the paste that we have obtained with the lentils and stir well. Turn off the heat and pour the mixture into a plate.
- When it can be handled without burning, it will be time to make little balls which we will then lightly crush in the pan, when we make them.
- It is true that the dough is really sticky. So you can moisten your hands to work it better or add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs to give it consistency and then it will have a crunchy touch when making them.
- Still, to prevent them from coming undone, always it is convenient to rest the dough. You can wait half an hour or store them in the fridge until the next day.
- When you are going to make them, you simply add a teaspoon of oil and pass them through the pan until you see them golden.
With what to accompany the lentil burgers
Being such a nutritious dish and that it already has some vegetables, the truth is that it is made of the most complete. It is ideal for a dinner, for example. But if you want to add some accompaniment, we will tell you that some white rice can be a great alternative, as well as avocado and a small salad with him and with tomatoes. Although instead of rice you can also prepare a little mashed potato or offer boiled or baked potatoes.