Description
Spicy Vegan Lentil Cakes are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy plant-based protein with a kick! These savory cakes blend the rich texture of lentils with smoky spices, making them perfect for lunch, dinner, or as an enticing party snack. Easy to prepare, they offer versatility in serving options—enjoy them as burgers, appetizers, or alongside fresh salads. Packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients, these lentil cakes will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 bunch parsley (chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 4 tablespoons psyllium husks (or 1 large egg)
- 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
- 2 bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon spicy paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- Sea salt and ground pepper (to taste)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cook the lentils in water until boiling; simmer for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mash the drained lentils using a fork or vertical blender.
- Mix in all other ingredients except oil until you achieve a sticky dough-like consistency.
- Heat a non-stick pan with a light coating of oil over medium heat. Shape the mixture into patties and fry each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Rinse lentils thoroughly before cooking to avoid excess moisture. Let the mixture rest in the fridge for better binding if it's too sticky. Adjust spices according to your heat preference for customized flavors.