Spicy Vegan Lentil Cakes
Spicy Vegan Lentil Cakes are a flavorful and nutritious dish that satisfies spice lovers while delivering a protein-packed meal. Bursting with smoky flavors from smoked paprika and chili flakes, these cakes are perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a tasty snack. They’re incredibly easy to make, using simple ingredients that can be customized to suit your taste. Whether served on a bed of greens, in wraps, or as party appetizers, these lentil cakes will impress anyone at the table. Enjoy them hot off the pan or prepare them in advance for a convenient meal prep option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 bunch parsley (chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 4 tablespoons psyllium husks (or one large egg)
- 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
- 2 bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour
- Spices: smoked paprika, spicy paprika, chili flakes
- Sea salt and pepper (to taste)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the lentils by boiling them in water for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Strain the lentils and mash them in a large bowl using a fork or blender.
- Mix in all other ingredients until sticky and well combined; adjust with more flour if needed.
- Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry patties for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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