Name: Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 medium carrots -; 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice -; 3 tbsp. olive oil -; 4 scallions -; Coarse salt -; Ground pepper -; 5 whole-wheat hamburger buns -; 1 can lentils -; 1 large egg -; 1/4 c. thinly sliced fresh mint leaves -; 1/2 c. plain low-fat yogurt -; 1 head Bibb lettuce -

Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad

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35 min.

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Ingredients for - Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad

1. 4 medium carrots -

2. 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice -

3. 3 tbsp. olive oil -

4. 4 scallions -

5. Coarse salt -

6. Ground pepper -

7. 5 whole-wheat hamburger buns -

8. 1 can lentils -

9. 1 large egg -

10. 1/4 c. thinly sliced fresh mint leaves -

11. 1/2 c. plain low-fat yogurt -

12. 1 head Bibb lettuce -

How to cook deliciously - Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad

1. Stage

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.

2. Stage

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.

3. Stage

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.

4. Stage

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. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.