Best Jalapeno Lentil Burgers Recipes

"LITTLE KICK" JALAPENO BURGERS

I lightened up one of my husband's favorite jalapeno burger recipes, and although the original was good, we actually like this better! -Dawn Dhooghe, Concord, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons light beer or water
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound extra-lean ground turkey
3 slices pepper jack cheese, cut in half
6 dinner rolls, split
6 tablespoons salsa
6 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
6 tablespoons shredded lettuce

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. , Top with cheese; cover and grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on rolls with salsa, sour cream and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LENTIL BURGERS

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Easy lentil veggie burger adapted from SILVERWOLF's 'Butter Bean Burgers.' Additional vegetables may be added, as well as extra spices to enhance the flavor. You should also use whatever cheese you like.

Provided by karkar

Categories Everyday Cooking Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 ½ cups cooked lentils
1 small onion, diced
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup diced bell pepper
⅛ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil-packed minced garlic
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
¼ cup cornmeal, or as needed
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Pulse lentils in a food processor until coarsely ground; transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Mix onion, egg, bell pepper, and bread crumbs with the lentils; add mozzarella cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper to the lentils and mix.
Divide the mixture into four equally sized portions, roll into balls, and flatten into patties.
Spread cornmeal into a wide, shallow bowl. Dredge patties in cornmeal to coat.
Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in skillet until browned, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 52.5 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 104.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

SPICY LENTIL-WALNUT BURGERS

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These Mediterranean-inspired veggie burgers pack in the flavor without adding on the pounds. This recipe was adapted from the March 2005 issue of Everyday Food magazine.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3/4 cup toasted walnuts
1/3 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup lentils, cooked, drained, and cooled
1/4 cup grated onion
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large egg
4 large pitas
Yogurt-Cilantro Sauce, for serving
Sliced avocado, for serving
Cherry tomatoes, halved, for serving

Steps:

In the bowl of a food processor, combine walnuts, breadcrumbs, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; process until finely ground. Add lentils, onion, and 1 tablespoon oil; pulse until coarsely chopped (some lentils should remain whole).
In a large bowl, whisk egg. Add lentil mixture; mix until well combined. Divide into quarters; roll into balls, and flatten with the palm of your hands into 3/4-inch-thick patties.
Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add burgers; cook, turning once, over medium-low heat until crisp and browned, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Serve burgers in pitas with sauce, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.