🌱 1. Lentil–Quinoa Power Burger (High Protein & Gluten-Free)

🌱 1. Lentil–Quinoa Power Burger (High Protein & Gluten-Free)

Protein: ~22g per patty Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ cup oat flour (or ground oats)

• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed

• 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp cumin

• Salt & pepper

• Optional: chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Sauté onions & garlic until soft.

2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

3. Mash lightly (keep some texture).

4. Form 4 patties.

5. Cook in a pan with a little olive oil — 4–5 min each side.

Benefits

✔ Complete amino acids

✔ High fiber

✔ Great for muscle recovery

⭐ Tips to Increase Protein Even More

• Add hemp seeds (3 tbsp = +10g protein)

• Add nutritional yeast

• Serve with high-protein buns or lettuce wraps