Dinner: Lentil & Chickpea Burgers

A very tasty low fat, gluten free and high protein snack or main.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 50 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Lentil & Chickpea Burgers

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils
1 cup chickpeas
2/3 cup oat bran
1 cup rice and vermicelli rice bowl
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 cups chicken stock
7 eggs
1/4 cup spinach
1 medium onion
1/4 tsp paprika
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups carrot, grated
1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. Cook lentils in stock and water. Also place vermicelli in a bowl and cover with boiling water to soften.

2. Finely chop onion and grate carrot. When lentils are cooked and slightly mushy put them and drained chickpeas in the food processor with all spices and tomato paste and blend til a smooth consistency.

3. Transfer into a larger bowl and add all other ingredients including the eggs slightly beaten and the oat bran.

4. Heat a non stick pan on the stove and heat a little olive oil. Cook spoonfuls of the mixture to make patties. Drain on some paper towel.

5. Note: can be kept in the fridge for a few days or in the freezer for a few months.

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