Mediterranean Lentil Patties with Tzatziki

Flavorful, pan-fried lentil patties infused with Mediterranean herbs and spices, served with a cooling, creamy cucumber-dill tzatziki.

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup Brown or green lentils, cooked
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
• 1 Egg
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Cumin
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, egg, red onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into 8-10 small patties.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

While patties cook, prepare the tzatziki: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Serve the warm lentil patties with a generous dollop of tzatziki.