Spicy Chickpea and Lentil Burger Patties

Do you have meat free Monday’s in your house? Pulses are being dubbed as the new “superfood”, but this time it may just be warranted! The health benefits of vegetarian meals are hard to beat, they provide a good dose of essential vitamins and minerals and are low in saturated fat. This recipe is high in soluble fibre for heart health and insoluble fibre for gut health. The spices in this dish make all these health benefits taste great too!

Serves 4

Ready in 15 mins

Ingredients

• 1 x 400g tinned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 x 400g tinned Brown Lentils, drained and rinsed

• 1 1/2 tsp curry powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp ground corriander seeds

• 1/2 cup plain wholemeal flour

• 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped (optional)

• 2 eggs

• Extra virgin olive oil spray for cooking.

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Mash lentils and chickpeas until broken down and a firm paste forms. Alternatively, in a food processor blitz until combined. Some chunks should still be visible.

Step 2

Add curry powder, ground cumin, ground cariander seeds, wholemeal flour, parsley and eggs. Combine well until a mouldable, sticky texture forms.

Step 3

Divide mix into four and form round patties. These will be sticky, so sprinkle with small amount of additional plain wholemeal flour once formed.

Step 4

Spray a frypan with extra virgin olive oil spray and place patties in pan and cook until golden and firm.

Step 5

Serve with your favourite low GI seedy rolls topped with fresh salad and chutney or salsa.