" We're here to facilitate your plant-based journey "

PlantPlate.com is here to provide the recipes, information, and practical advice needed to follow a healthy plant-based diet. Whether you're interested in improving your health, losing weight, or eating more sustainably, a whole foods plant-based diet may be the perfect solution for you.

My name's Emma, and I started PlantPlate in 2013 with the help of my husband Scott, a web developer and fellow plantivore. I’m a certified Plant-Based Nutritionist who loves to cook, and I've followed a plant-based diet for over a decade. Having lived in various locations throughout the world - sometimes on a shoestring budget, and often with irregular and demanding work schedules - I’ve had to constantly adapt my diet in order to make it work. It’s taught me a lot, and it’s motivated me to show others just how accessible and enjoyable this way of eating can be.

The recipes featured on PlantPlate are based on minimally processed plant foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. They're free from all animal products, processed oils and refined carbohydrates, and are made with simple and affordable ingredients. Our articles are aimed at providing you with plant-based know-how when it comes to shopping, cooking, nutrition and day-to-day living. We have answers to common questions and share practical knowledge that we have acquired through experience. Finally, the resources section contains links to books, DVDs, and video presentations from some of the world's leading experts on plant-based nutrition. It is our hope that these resources will help you to fully understand and evaluate the health benefits of this wonderful way of eating.

Welcome to PlantPlate!  We hope you enjoy your visit. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to email us at contact@plantplate.com.

The information on this website is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat health problems or illnesses without first consulting your doctor.

Lazy Lentil Burgers

RECIPE By PlantPlate
We wanted a healthy, satisfying veggie burger that's incredibly easy to make. Behold: the Lazy Lentil Burger! With a 10 minute prep-time, it's proof that fast food can be healthy food too!

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Yield: Makes 10 Burgers

Notes:

We have used cannd lentils in this recipe (because of the laziness factor!) but you can also used lentils you've cooked yourself. Just make sure they're a sturdy brown or green variety, as red ones do not hold their shape well enough for this purpose. After cooking, drain and rinse your lentils and allow them to cool completely before blending. (For tips on cooking lentils, check out our guide to preparing legumes.)

You can play around with this recipe and add other herbs and spices to taste, such as ground chillies, coriander seed, cumin, tumeric or curry powder.

Cooked patties can be kept in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, or frozen in ziplock bags for up to 1 month. 

Ingredients:

  • 2 x 400g cans brown lentils, drained and rinsed (look for varieties with no added salt)
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
  • 2 tsp. dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp. soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp homemade ketchup (or store bought, if preferred)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika or liquid smoke
  • 1 1/3 cups quick-cooking oats

To serve:

  • Whole wheat / whole grain buns
  • Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, or other vegetables of choice
  • Condiments of choice (ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 375°F. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
  2. Place all ingredients, except for the oats, in the bowl of a food processor. Process until near-smooth (a few whole lentils will add a nice texture.)
  3. Transfer lentil mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the quick-cooking oats and stir until well combined. Shape mixture into 10 even-sized patties and place on the baking tray.
  4. Bake burger patties for 15 minutes. After this time, flip them over, then bake for a further 10 minutes.
  5. Remove tray from the oven and allow the burgers to cool slightly. Serve on buns with assorted toppings, or as an accompaniment to salad and cooked vegetables.