Taylor-made lentil patties
Australian Sports Commission
1 large potato, cubed
2 cups cooked brown or green lentils
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
¼ cup sesame seeds
¼ cup sunflower seeds
½ cup finely chopped almonds
1 onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
pepper, to taste
olive or canola oil spray
Cook potato in a large saucepan of boiling water until soft, drain and mash until smooth. Add lentils, breadcrumbs, egg, sesame and sunflower seeds, almonds, onion, garlic, parsley and pepper. Mix well. Divide mixture into portions and form into patties. Spray a a nonstick frying pan with oil and heat. Fry the patties over moderate heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until crisp and golden on the outside and heated through. Serve with a crusty wholemeal bread roll and salad.
| ANALYSIS per serve |
4
|
6
|
|---|---|---|
| Energy kJ (Cal) |
2225 (710)
|
1773 (759)
|
| Carbohydrate (g) |
54
|
49
|
| Protein (g) |
24
|
19
|
| Fat (g) |
24
|
17
|
| Fibre, Iron, Zinc |
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Heath Francis