Description
These Easy Lentil Patties with Lemon Tahini Dip are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a healthy snack, an appetizer at gatherings, or part of a main meal, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside patties are sure to impress. Infused with garlic, spices, and served alongside a zesty lemon tahini dip, they not only satisfy your taste buds but also offer a nutritious option packed with protein and fiber. Plus, they’re vegan and gluten-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dry red lentils, rinsed & soaked overnight
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ tablespoon chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- Sea salt & pepper to taste
- 4–5 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- For the Lemon Tahini Dip: ⅓ cup runny tahini
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1–2 cloves garlic
- Sea salt to taste
- Water to thin
- Fresh parsley, minced
- Squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- Soak lentils overnight; then drain.
- In a food processor, blend lentils with diced onion, minced garlic, tomato paste, chickpea flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until coarse.
- Shape mixture into small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the patties until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes each).
- For the dip, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water until desired consistency is reached; stir in fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg