Lentil Patties and Garlic-Lemon Yoghurt Dip
These red lentil patties are a wholesome vegetarian dish made from soaked red lentils blended with onion, garlic, carrot, parsley, tomato purée, and seasoning, then pan-fried until golden and crisp on the outside. They’re hearty, flavourful, and naturally rich in plant-based protein.
Served with a cooling Garlic-Lemon Yoghurt Dip — made from Greek yoghurt, fresh garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs — the combination is light, tangy, and perfectly balanced, making it ideal for a healthy lunch or satisfying dinner.
Preparation Time:
15 minutes (plus 2 hours soaking time)
Cooking Time:
10–15 minutes
Serves:
3–4 people (makes around 8 medium patties)
Equipment
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
- Tea spoon
- Table spoon
- Mixing bowl (for soaking lentils)
- Sieve or colander
- Grater (for the carrot)
- Large Frying pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Food processor or blender
- Ramekin or similar bowl (for the yoghurt dip)
- Whisk or fork
- Scales
Ingredients
The Patties
- 285g dried red lentils
- 1/2 red onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small carrot
- 15g fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil
Garlic-Lemon Yoghurt Dip
- 150g Greek yoghurt
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Black pepper
- Parsley, dill or coriander
Preparation
The Patties
- Soak the lentils for at least 2 hours or overnight
- Drain and rinse the lentils
- Finely chop and crush the garlic
- Grate the carrot
- Finely chop the chosen herb
Garlic-Lemon Yoghurt Dip
- Finely chop and crush the garlic
- Finely chop the chosen herb
Cooking Instructions
The Patties
- Fry the onion and garlic
- Add the prepared ingredients to a food processor.
- Add the tomato puree, salt and black pepper
- Blend until a paste forms.
- Form into patties.
- Lightly oil the pan to coat the base.
- Fry the patties gently over a low heat for 10–15 minutes, turning halfway until golden and crisp.
Garlic-Lemon Yoghurt Dip
- Simply blend the ingredients together
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