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Easy Lentil Fritters

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These Easy Lentil Fritters are crispy, protein-packed patties made with canned lentils, grated carrot, and fresh herbs. Quick, healthy, and satisfying, they’re perfect for meal prep, freezer storage, or a light vegetarian lunch or snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz) green lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 4 oz (120g) grated carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup (40g) breadcrumbs or oats
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Grate carrot into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add lentils, green onions, garlic, parsley, salt, paprika, pepper, breadcrumbs or oats, and egg.
  3. Lightly mash lentils with a fork until the mixture binds together.
  4. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Scoop and flatten spoonfuls of the mixture into patties and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with tzatziki, sour cream, or hot sauce.

Notes

  • Add grated zucchini, chopped spinach, or crumbled feta for variety.
  • Use gluten-free oats or almond flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Substitute egg with a flax egg to make them vegan.
  • To bake instead of fry, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Serve in wraps, on salads, or with your favorite dipping sauces.

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