Vegan red lentil kebabs made with spices and herbs. A protein-rich, gluten-free plant-based recipe for meals or snacks.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ First, add the red lentils and water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer until soft and thick, about 10–12 minutes.
2️⃣ Next, drain any excess liquid and let the lentils cool slightly.
3️⃣ Then, transfer the lentils to a bowl and mash until mostly smooth.
4️⃣ After that, add onion, garlic, parsley, olive oil, breadcrumbs, spices, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.
5️⃣ Meanwhile, shape the mixture into oval kebabs or patties.
6️⃣ Next, heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil.
7️⃣ Then, cook the kebabs for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and firm.
8️⃣ Finally, remove from heat and serve warm.
💡 Tips & Variations
- For baking, cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Alternatively, air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.
- For extra spice, add chili flakes or cayenne.
- For Mediterranean flavor, mix in cumin and mint.
- Additionally, serve with hummus or tahini sauce.
🌟 Benefits of Vegan Red Lentil Kebabs
First, red lentils are rich in plant-based protein.
Additionally, they provide fiber for digestion.
Moreover, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Furthermore, lentils support heart health.
In addition, these kebabs are budget-friendly and filling.
Finally, they make a satisfying meat-free meal.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
For kids, reduce the spices and skip garlic if needed. Shape the mixture into small nuggets instead of kebabs. Serve with ketchup or dairy-free yogurt dip for easy dipping.
