Classic Lentil Burgers

INGREDIENTS

and 1/2 cups cooked green lentils (1 cup dry)

1 cup

finely chopped carrots (approximately 2-3 large carrots)

1 cup

finely chopped yellow onion (approximately 1 small onion)

garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup

finely chopped walnuts

1/2 cup

finely chopped sunflower seeds

1/4 cup

golden flax meal

1/4 cup

flour (I used brown rice flour)

1 cup

whole grain or gluten-free bread crumbs

whole eggs, beaten

2 tbsp

tomato paste

2 tbsp

vegan Worcestershire

1 tbsp

fresh thyme (or 1T dry)

2 tbsp

fresh oregano (or 1T dry)

1 tsp

paprika

salt & pepper

suggested toppings: pickles, red onion, tomato, mayo, ketchup, mustard, sriracha