Mushroom Lentil Burgers

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Mushroom Lentil Burgers

 

1 tsp. vegetable oil

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 cup fresh mushrooms, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, chopped

1/2 tsp. dried basil

1 19 oz. can lentils, drained, rinsed

1/3 cup quick cooking rolled oats

3 tbsps. grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsps. nuts, chopped

salt & freshly ground pepper

 

In non-stick frypan heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion, mushrooms, garlic

and basil in oil until soft and just starting to brown. Remove from heat. Cool

slightly. In large bowl mash lentils coarsely (potato masher is excellent). Stir

in cooled mushroom mixture, rolled oats, Parmesan cheese, nuts, salt and pepper

to taste. Shape into four 3/4 inch thick patties. Cook patties in lightly

greased non-stick frypan or on greased grill over medium-high heat, 3 to 4

minutes per side or until golden brown. Serve in hamburger buns. Serves 4.