NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1 cup cooked lentils (200g)

1 large egg

1 egg white

1/4 cup whole wheat bread crumbs (30g)

1/4 cup diced red onion

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp olive oil

1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tbsp chopped fresh dill

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a medium bowl, mash the cooked lentils lightly with a fork, leaving some texture.

• 2

  Add the whole large egg and the egg white to the lentils, then stir in the whole wheat bread crumbs and diced red onion.

• 3

  Mix in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.

• 4

  Form the mixture into patties (about 2 medium-sized patties).

• 5

  Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, then cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side until nicely browned and crispy.

• 6

  While the patties are cooking, prepare the sauce by stirring the nonfat Greek yogurt with chopped fresh parsley, chopped dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.

• 7

  Once the patties are cooked through, transfer them to a plate and serve warm with the fresh herb yogurt sauce on the side.