Crispy Lentil Veggie Patties Sandwich (Vegan, High Protein) Recipe
This vegan and high-protein recipe features crispy lentil veggie patties served in Turkish-style bread rolls or pita, layered with fresh vegetables and a yogurt-based sauce for a delicious and satisfying sandwich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 22 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups dry green or brown lentils
- 1 large potato (peeled)
- 1 onion (peeled)
- 2 whole carrots (peeled)
- water to cover
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs ((Add more if needed))
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1–2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes
- Oil for shallow frying
For Serving
- Turkish-style bread rolls or Pita
- Yogurt-based sauce like Tzatziki
- Tomato slices
- Onion slices mixed with parsley and sumac
- Grilled long green peppers (optional)
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the lentils and vegetables: Add the lentils to a large pot. Place the whole potato, onion, and carrots on top. Cover with water, season lightly with salt, and cook until everything is soft (about 25–30 minutes).
- Mash everything: Drain excess water if there is any. Mash the lentils, carrots, onion, and potato together in the pot until mostly smooth but still a little chunky.
- Make the mixture: Transfer the mash to a bowl. Add breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (optional). Mix until the mixture holds together. Add more breadcrumbs if needed.
- Shape patties: Form oval or square patties by pressing the mixture firmly with your hands.
- Fry: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry patties on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble sandwiches: Slice the bread, add the sauce, tomato slices, onion-parsley mix, 3–4 lentil patties, and grilled green pepper. Press lightly and enjoy warm!
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