Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers
This veggie burger is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils provide protein and fiber, while the butternut squash adds sweetness and creaminess. The carrots, celery, and onion add a bit of crunch, and the parsley and cilantro add a fresh, herbaceous flavor. Serve these burgers on a bun with your favorite toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, or relish.
I've always been a fan of veggie burgers, but I've never been able to find one that I really loved. They're often dry, bland, or crumbly. I decided to take matters into my own hands and create my own veggie burger recipe. I wanted to create a burger that was hearty, flavorful, and moist. I also wanted it to be easy to make, with ingredients that I could find at my local grocery store. After a few tries, I came up with this recipe for Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers. These burgers are everything I was hoping for and more. They're hearty, flavorful, and moist, and they're also easy to make. I love serving them on a bun with my favorite toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, or relish.
Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers Creamy Butternut Squash and Lentil Green Veggie Burgers
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup mashed butternut squash
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 egg, beaten (or 1/4 cup flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  3. Form into 6 patties.
  4. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  5. Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.
Why It Works
  • The lentils provide protein and fiber, which makes these burgers hearty and filling.
  • The butternut squash adds sweetness and creaminess, which makes these burgers moist and flavorful.
  • The carrots, celery, and onion add a bit of crunch, which gives these burgers a nice texture.
  • The parsley and cilantro add a fresh, herbaceous flavor, which brightens up these burgers.
  • These burgers are easy to make, with ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store.