Beet Lentil Burgers

This recipe is a fun and delicious take from traditional burgers. The heart healthy beets add wonderful flavor and color. There is optional flavor boosters but you can simply leave out but they really do enhance the flavor of these plant-based burgers. Enjoy!

Ingredients:
(Base)
1 cup of cooked lentils (brown or green-not mushy)
¾ cup of shredded beets
½ cup of cooked brown rice (or quinoa)
½ small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
1 tablespoon of soy sauce (you can also use reduced sodium)
1 teaspoon of of miso paste (white or red)
1 tablespoon of olive oil
½ teaspoon of smoked paprika
½ teaspoon of of black pepper
½ teaspoon of sea salt or to taste 
¼ cup of dried shitake mushroom powder

(Binder)
¼ cup of quick oats
1 tablespoon of flaxseed powder or chia seeds
2 ½ tablespoons of water

(Optional Flavor boosters)
1 teaspoon of cocoa powder
1 teaspoon of liquid smoke
Directions:

Make your flax or chia seed egg by combining with the water in a bowl. (Set aside and let it thicken in 5-10 minutes.

Saute aromatics. In a skillet, heat a little olive oil and saute the onion for 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Set aside.

Build the burger mix by putting all of the remaining ingredients inside a bowl, (or use a food processor) including the sauteed garlic onion mixture including the chia or flax egg.

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Let the mixture chill in the fridge for 15-20 mins.

Shape into 4 thick patties. ​

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​Bake at 375 for 25-30 minutes. (Flip halfway through) If using an air-fryer reduce to 350F. (Cooking time may only be 15 minutes.)