Lentil Patties with Quinoa Salad

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This lentil and quinoa bowl supports balanced everyday eating with plant-based ingredients.
It offers steady energy through a combination of legumes and whole grains.
Light but satisfying, it fits well into mindful daily routines.
Fresh greens and cherry tomatoes add calm nourishment without heaviness.
A plant-forward meal that supports focus and well-being.
Ideal for maintaining a steady, grounded eating pattern.

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Lentil Patties with Quinoa Salad

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Vegan lentil patties with quinoa salad, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens, and a light plant-based yogurt dressing for balanced meals.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 251

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • ½ cup plant-based yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Combine cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Mix until the mixture holds together.
  3. Form into small patties.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook patties until golden on both sides.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine quinoa, cherry tomatoes, and mixed greens.
  7. In a small bowl, mix plant-based yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  8. Serve lentil patties over the quinoa salad.
  9. Drizzle with yogurt dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 118mgPotassium: 463mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 423IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill patties for 5 minutes before cooking for better texture.
Use unsweetened plant-based yogurt for dressing.
Cook quinoa ahead of time to save prep time.

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