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Lentil falafel on plate with dip.
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Easy Lentil Patties

This Lentil Patties recipe has a short ingredient list, the flavor of lentil falafel, and a cooking method that's quick and easy. Plus, each patty is easy enough for little ones to pick up and eat, and they store and reheat well for future meals!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 4
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Amy Palanjian

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fully cooked lentils (drained of all liquid)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro and/or parsley
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Instructions

  • Place all ingredients except the flour into a food processor. Process until very smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the container as needed.
  • Pulse in the flour just to combine.
  • Use a 1 tablespoon measuring spoon to portion out balls of dough. (It should be easy to roll in your hands. If it's sticky, add a smidge more flour. If it is dry, add a little water. The moisture in cooked lentils can vary.) Press down flat and place onto a plate. Make the rest of the patties.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the fritters and cook for 4 minutes on each side. Press down slightly once you flip them. Serve warm with desired dips.
  • (To bake: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and coat a baking pan with parchment paper. Add the patties and bake for 20-22 minutes or until lightly browned.)
  • (To air fry: Preheat to 375 degrees F. Place patties onto the tray and cook for 10-12 minutes. They will brown a little more if you spray the tops of each with olive oil before you cook.)

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat for 15-30 seconds in the microwave to serve.
  • You can cook the lentils from dry yourself or purchase fully cooked ones from your supermarket.
  • Serve with a favorite dipping sauce like Cucumber Sauce, sour cream, tzatziki, or ketchup.
  • Gluten-free: use gluten-free all-purpose flour.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 396mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 4mg