
MUSHROOM LENTIL BURGERS



INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup red lentils rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons 100% pure olive oil divided
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 8 ounce package baby bella mushrooms chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 large egg beaten
- 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 6 hamburger buns
- 6 tomato slices
- - baby arugula leaves
DIRECTIONS
Prepare lentils according to package directions. Meanwhile, in large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, peppers and garlic; sauté 2-3 minutes. Add in mushrooms and thyme; salt and pepper to taste. Continue sautéing until mushrooms are softened. Set aside.
Place oats in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Add egg, mushroom mixture and lentils; salt and pepper to taste. Pulse to combine. Form mixture into 6 (½-inch thick) patties.
In large non-stick skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine mayonnaise and mustard. Spread on buns; top with tomato slices, arugula and burgers.