Lentil Walnut Burgers

I love the rich, nutty flavor of these delicious burgers. I don't think of them as an alternative to meat, but a tasty patty standing on it's own merits. It's delicious served with a creamy, mushroom sauce.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup  toasted walnuts
• 1⁄3 cup  dried breadcrumbs
• 3  cloves  of chopped garlic
• 2  teaspoons ground cumin
• 2  teaspoons ground coriander
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
•  sea  salt and pepper
• 3⁄4 cup lentils, cooked,drained and cooled
• 4  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  large egg

Directions

1. Combine walnuts, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin, corander, pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor.
2. Process until finely ground.
3. Add the lentils and 1 Tablespoon oil; pluse until coarsely chopped.
4. Some of the lentils should remain whole.
5. In a large bowl, whisk egg.
6. Add lentil mixture and stir well.
7. Divide the lentil mixture into 4 equal size parts, and roll into balls.
8. Flatten them into 3/4 inch patties.
9. Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet.
10. Add burgers and cook over medium low heat until crisp and browned, turning gently after 8 to 10 minutes.
11. Cook another 8-10 minutes.
12. Serve on buns as a sandwich, adding your favorite garnishes: tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, etc.
13. Or, serve as a main dish with your favorite sauce.