In a large bowl, combine lentils with chopped white onion, garlic cloves, tomato paste and parsley. Mix together thoroughly.
Add in the cooked brown rice, BBQ sauce and large egg. Continue to mix.
Gently fold in 3/4 cup of panko bread crumbs. Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow dish for later.
Once combined, set aside and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Portion lentil mixture using a 2 ounce scoop into patties, gently pressing each side into the remaining panko bread crumbs to create a crunch on the outer surface.
Space each patty 2-inches apart on the baking sheet and refrigerate a minimum of 1 hour, up to 1 day, covered.
When ready to cook, preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Remove baking sheets from the refrigerator while oven preheats.
Bake for 20 minutes, remove, flip, and bake remanning 10 minutes, or until panko appears lightly browned.
Remove from oven, let cool 5 minutes and enjoy between your favorite whole grain bun and desired toppings of choice!
Notes
Cook lentils in vegetable stock.
Nutrition Facts
BBQ Lentil Burgers with Ranch Dressing
Amount Per Serving (1 )
Calories 367Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 507mg21%
Potassium 591mg17%
Carbohydrates 63g21%
Fiber 14g56%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 17g34%
Vitamin A 190IU4%
Vitamin C 4.2mg5%
Calcium 107mg11%
Iron 5.9mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.