Description
Easy Lentil Patties (with Lemon Tahini Dip) are a delightful and nutritious snack or appetizer that everyone will love. These patties feature a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior, making them irresistible when served with a zesty lemon tahini dip. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, they fit perfectly into vegan and gluten-free diets. Ideal for parties, meal prep, or quick dinners, these lentil patties are packed with protein and fiber while bursting with savory flavors from spices and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dry red lentils
- 1 medium white onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ tablespoon chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the lentils overnight. Drain and place them in a food processor.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, tomato paste, chickpea flour, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined but slightly chunky.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 2 inches wide.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry patties for about 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with lemon tahini dip made by mixing tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, sea salt, and enough water to achieve desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg