Quinoa Lentil Patties

1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa

1¼ cup cooked and cooled lentils (I used French green flat lentils, can substitute with Indian brown lentil/ Whole Masoor Dal)

½ cup grated carrot

½ cup curly leaf or flat leaf parsley

3 cloves Garlic minced

1 egg

Salt

Pepper

Red chili powder (optional)

Fresh Bread Crumbs (optional)

Coconut oil

Makes 10, 2 inch patties.

1. Combine all ingredients except bread crumbs and coconut oil  in a large mixing bowl- knead well.
2. Make into burger style patties.
3. If you desire to use bread crumbs- after step number 2 coat the patties with fresh bread crumbs , if not continue to step 4
4. In a large skillet, on medium heat add 1 tablespoon coconut oil, add patties and cook until brown on both sides,

This gluten free (without the bread crumbs) quinoa lentil burger recipe makes an easy, satisfying main dish served with a salad or steamed vegetables. Can be enjoyed with your favorite bun or roll, or as a crispy topping for a salad or just by itself.

Our Verdict- the family loved it, Kid 1 preferred the patties coated with bread crumbs, Kid 2 preferred without the bread crumbs. Personally I think not much taste difference between the two patties. The patties stay well in the refrigerator for three days. I would guess they would freeze well too, though we could not resist them to save for the freezing experiment! Next time!