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Crispy red lentil patties served with creamy tahini orange sauce – vegan and gluten-free meal

Red Lentil Patties with Creamy Tahini

Made with red lentils, vegetables, and warming spices, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, rich in plant protein, and absolutely satisfying. It’s a fantastic vegan patty recipe you’ll keep coming back to.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties:
  • 1 cup 200g red lentils, soaked 30 minutes and drained
  • 150 g onion diced
  • 300 g potato peeled and grated or finely chopped
  • 70 g carrot grated
  • 2 –3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 5 g ginger
  • A handful of fresh cilantro
  • A handful of fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • Black pepper to taste
For the Tahini Orange Sauce:
  • 1 cup 250ml tahini
  • 1 cup 250ml fresh orange juice
  • 1 tsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 –5 tbsp cold water or as needed

Equipment

  • Fry pan
  • Blender or food processor

Method
 

Patties:
  1. Blend Lentils: In a blender or food processor, blend the soaked and drained red lentils with garlic, ginger, cilantro, and parsley until you get a coarse, thick mixture.
  2. Sauté Veggies: In a pan, heat olive oil over low heat. Sauté onion, potato, and carrot for 6–10 minutes until soft.
  3. Mix and Season: In a large bowl, combine the lentil blend with the sautéed vegetables. Add cumin, coriander, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Chill the Mixture: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  5. Shape & Cook: Form patties and fry in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Tahini Orange Sauce:
  1. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, orange juice, vinegar, maple syrup, and salt.
  2. Gradually add cold water while whisking until a creamy emulsion forms. Add more water for a thinner consistency if desired.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for a smoother texture.

Notes

💡 Serving Suggestions

These vegan lentil patties are super versatile! Serve them:
  • In wraps or pitas
  • As a lentil burger with toppings
  • With salad and a drizzle of tahini orange sauce
  • In a lunchbox for an easy vegan meal prep option