Lentil Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Put the lentils garlic and thyme in a small pot, add 4 cups of water and bring to the boil over a high heat. Reduce to a medium low heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes. Drain and let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 2

To make the tzatziki combine the yoghurt cucumber and garlic and stir. Set aside.

Step 3

Transfer the lentils to a large bowl and mash until about half the lentils are crushed. Add the onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, pepper and paprika and stir until throughly combined. Make 4 pasties about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 4

Coat a large non stick pan with olive oil over a medium heat. Carefully place the patties on the pan and cook until brown, 4 minutes each side.

Step 5

Place on a bun. Top with the tzatziki sauce and serve.