Red Lentil Burgers Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Red Lentil Burgers Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Naomi Duguid The classic version of these meatless burgers comes from Turkey, where cooked lentils are combined with fine bulgur to make the "meat" for the patties. I tend to have rice on hand more often, so I use that instead. Lightly wet your

Ingredients

1 cup dried small red lentils
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 cup diced English cucumber
6 lemon wedges

Instructions

Rinse and drain lentils; place lentils and rice in a large saucepan. Cover with water to 3 inches above lentil mixture; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until lentils and rice are tender. Drain.
Place lentil mixture in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Set aside (keep mixture in processor).
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add green onions to pan; cook 2 minutes or until softened. Stir in tomato paste and red pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add green onion mixture, 2 tablespoons cilantro, lemon juice, and salt to food processor; process until combined.
Divide mixture into 12 equal portions, gently shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Return skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add 6 patties to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove cooked patties from pan. Repeat procedure with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 6 patties. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro. Serve patties with cucumber and lemon wedges.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Lentil Burgers Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Red Lentil Burgers Recipe | Myrecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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