MEDITERRANEAN VEGGIE BURGERS WITH MINT-YOGURT SAUCE AND CARROT SALAD

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Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad image

Hearty burgers get a healthy makeover with canned lentils. Spread on a tangy yogurt-mint sauce, and serve a zesty carrot salad on the side. When combining the burger ingredients in the food processor, don't overprocess; you want some small chunks to remain to give the patties a nice texture.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium carrots
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 scallions, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
5 whole-wheat hamburger buns
1 can (15 ounces) lentils, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
1 large egg
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 head Bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • Step 1
  • In a food processor fitted with the shredding disk, shred carrots. Transfer to a medium bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, and half the scallions. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Step 2
  • Wipe food processor clean, and fit with chopping blade. Process 1 bun until finely ground. Add lentils, egg, half the mint, 1 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining scallions. Pulse just until combined.
  • Step 3
  • Dividing evenly, shape mixture into four 3 1/2-inch patties. In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Cook burgers until browned and firm, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Step 4
  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, remaining mint, and remaining tablespoon lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Place burgers on buns, and top with yogurt sauce and lettuce. Serve with carrot salad.

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