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Smokey Chipotle, Lentil, and Cauliflower Burgers

This burger, veggie burger loaded with jack cheese, roast poblanos, avocado, and chipotle barbecue sauce is inspired by Vegan Richa's [Red Lentil Cauliflower Burger with Chipotle Habanero Mayo|https://www.veganricha.com/2013/03/red-lentil-cauliflower-burger-with.html" target="_blank]. Onion rings make a great accompaniment. [Alexia|https://www.alexiafoods.com/products/appetizers/onion-rings-panko-breaded" target="_blank]'s are my favorite and, as luck would have it, they cook at the same temperature – just arrange them around the burgers on the baking sheet! If you feel extra-fancy, you can stick a ring on the roll along with your burger, too!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets defrosted if frozen
  • 2 poblano peppers halved, seeds removed
  • ½ cup dried red lentils
  • 2 cups water
  • teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 ounces reduced fat Monterey Jack shredded
  • 4 soft rolls split
  • ½ avocado sliced
  • 4 Tablespoon chipotle barbecue sauce

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 400*F. Add the cauliflower to a food processor and process for 30 seconds, or until it is finely chopped and has the texture of rice. Place the poblanos on the edge of a baking sheet; spread the cauliflower in a thin layer on the rest of the sheet. Bake 15 minutes or until cauliflower is crisp. Place the poblano in a sealed plastic bag to allow it to steam.
  • Meanwhile, rinse the lentils and pick through them to remove any small rocks or other debris. Add to a pot, along with water, salt, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook over medium heat for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and the water has absorbed.
  • Add cooked lentils, roasted cauliflower, remaining spices, and flour to a bowl. Mash gently. Mix well. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Form into 4 patties. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Top with cheese and bake another 5 minutes.
  • Place piece of poblano on the bottom part of each bun. Top with a burger, avocado slices, and barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Protein: 16.7g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 9.8g