Grilled Lentils with Turnip
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and actually tastes impressive. I discovered grilled lentils with turnip when I was looking for meatless meals that felt substantial and satisfying. Brown lentils are packed with protein and fiber, so they keep you full without any meat, and the earthy turnips add this wonderful sweetness when they hit the grill. What I love most is how simple the prep is, just mixing everything into patties and cooking them until golden. The cool Greek yogurt sauce at the end brings everything together beautifully.
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Ingredients
- 355 mlbrown lentils(cooked and cooled)
- 2 mediumturnip(peeled, grated, and squeezed dry)
- 118 mlred onion(finely diced)
- 59 mlfresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tablespoonfresh thyme(minced)
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 118 mlpanko breadcrumbs
- 1egg
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil(divided)
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 177 mlgreek yogurt
- 1 tablespoonlemon juice
- 1 tablespoonfresh dill(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Cook the brown lentils according to package directions if not already cooked, then drain thoroughly and let cool completely.
Tip: Cooling the lentils prevents the mixture from becoming too moist and helps the patties hold together better.
- 2
Place the grated turnip in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over a bowl to remove excess moisture.
Tip: This step is crucial to prevent soggy patties on the grill.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled lentils, squeezed turnip, red onion, parsley, thyme, and garlic.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, then add it to the lentil mixture along with panko breadcrumbs, sea salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Mix gently with your hands until the mixture just comes together without overworking it.
- 5
Form the mixture into 8 patties, each approximately 0.75 inches thick, and place them on parchment paper.
Tip: Chilling the patties in the refrigerator for 15 minutes will help them hold their shape on the grill.
- 6
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly brush the grates with oil.
- 7
Brush both sides of each patty with olive oil and carefully place them on the hot grill.
Tip: Avoid moving the patties for the first 3-4 minutes to allow a golden crust to form.
- 8
Grill for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy on the exterior.
Tip: A grill basket or griddle insert can help prevent delicate patties from breaking apart.
- 9
While the patties grill, prepare the herb yogurt sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 10
Transfer the grilled lentil and turnip patties to a serving platter and drizzle with the herb yogurt sauce.
Tip: Serve immediately while the patties are still warm for the best texture contrast.
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