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    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    Published: Sep 19, 2015 · Modified: Aug 28, 2020 by Jenn Sebestyen

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    Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps – an Asian flavored twist on a veggie burger. Oil-free and gluten-free options available. These burgers are crisp and firm on the outside, soft and moist on the inside and hold up really well.

    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    There’s a new favorite burger in our house and it’s this Asian Lentil Burger. I was staring in the fridge at leftover lentils and leftover brown rice and, voila, this burger was born. But, I was out of buns the day I served them, so they became Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps. And you can’t serve lettuce wraps without a dipping sauce, so then I created this amazing Creamy Sesame Soy Asian Dressing that I posted for you the other day. And instead of using it as a dipping sauce, I just drizzled it all over the top of these lentils burgers. Ok, maybe I did also dip it into the sauce because it’s just that good! If you love Asian flavors and want to switch up the usual stirfry/noodle routine, this one is for you!

    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    Bring the Flavor

    Have you ever noticed that the only way most meat burgers are varied is by changing up the toppings? Now it’s a cheeseburger, now it’s a bacon burger, now it’s a mushroom burger….but the burger is always the same. Why is that? Putting the flavor IN the burger is where it’s at! That’s why veggie burgers rule.  This baby is chock full of lentils, rice, mushrooms, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sriracha and more! Wrap it all up in lettuce topped with some shredded veggies and dressing and now you are eating your salad, too….all in one bite. That’s smart eating and being efficient!

    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    Texture is Key

    And I would bet that you could fool the omnivores with the way this burger looks. It’s crisp and firm on the outside, soft and moist on the inside and holds up well. You could put this on a bun if you wanted to. I experimented with baking and pan frying these lentil burgers, and while I did prefer the later, they are delicious either way. They are more firm if you bake them, but more moist if you pan fry…just depends if you want them to be oil-free (baked) or not. I also give a gluten-free option in the recipe notes, so be sure to check that out if you wish.

    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    I topped mine with raw coleslaw veggies and fresh cilantro before drizzling on the Asian Dressing. The kids went crazy for these too and my son even took one in his lunch the following day.

    Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    I hope guys love these Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps as much as we do. If you try them, please come back and leave me a comment below with your feedback. You can also find me on social media. Be sure to tag @veggie_inspired and #veggieinspired so I’m sure to see it. Enjoy!

    veggie burger in a lettuce leaf with sauce drizzled over the top

    Asian Lentil Burger Lettuce Wraps

    A Asian flavored twist on a veggie burger. Oil-free and gluten-free options available. These burgers are crisp and firm on the outside, soft and moist on the inside and hold up really well.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Burger, Entree
    Cuisine: dairy free, egg free, gluten free, oil free, vegan
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 161kcal
    Author: Jenn Sebestyen

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cooked lentils
    • 1 cup cooked brown rice
    • ½ lb sliced mushrooms
    • 3 green onions (rough chopped)
    • 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
    • ¼ cup aquafaba (chickpea brine)
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)
    • 1 ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • 2 tsp sriracha
    • salt/pepper to taste
    • ½ cup vital wheat gluten (or gluten free breadcrumbs)
    • ½ cup bread crumbs (gluten free if needed)
    • 6-8 large lettuce leaves (Bibb or Green Leaf works well)
    • Raw shredded veggies (I used a coleslaw mix) (optional)
    • Fresh Cilantro
    • Creamy Sesame Soy Asian Dressing

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. (Skip this step if you plan to pan fry)
    • In a small pan on the stove, sauté the mushrooms over medium heat until soft, about 7-8 minutes.
    • To the bowl of a food processor, add the mushrooms along with the lentils, brown rice, green onions, garlic, aquafaba, soy sauce, and sriracha and pulse until well combined, but not pureed.
    • Pour the mixture out into a medium bowl and add the vital wheat gluten (or ½ cup breadcrumbs). Massage the mixture with your clean hands for several minutes until the gluten starts to work (it will start to get "stringy". If you are using breadcrumbs instead of vital wheat gluten, just stir to combine.
    • Add the breadcrumbs (or other ½ cup if you already used them in the previous step) and stir to combine. The mixture should form easily into patties. If it's too wet, add another 1-2 tbsp of breadcrumbs. If it's too dry, add another splash of soy sauce or even water.
    • Form the mixture into 6-8 patties. You can cook them right away or place the patties in the fridge in a single layer for 30 minutes to firm up even more.
    • Bake the patties in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping them over half way through. Alternately, you can pan fry in a tbsp of oil for about 5 minutes each side on medium heat.
    • Lay your lettuce leaves flat, top each one with a burger, raw shredded veggies, if using, fresh cilantro, if using, and a drizzle of the Asian Dressing. Wrap them up and enjoy!

    Notes

    ~Nutrition facts calculated for burgers alone, not including any toppings.
     
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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    Comments

    1. Suzan says

      October 06, 2019 at 9:38 pm

      Tried this recipe and it is wonderful! Will definitely make it again. Thank you for sharing this recipe and so many others that are just great! If I hadn’t found you I might not have stayed vegan.

      Reply
      • Jenn Sebestyen says

        October 07, 2019 at 12:15 pm

        Suzan, thank you so much! I’m so happy you love the recipe and so many others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out via social or e-mail if you ever need some extra motivation! And let me know if you have any recipe requests! Have a great week!

        Reply
    2. Trinity Bourne says

      December 09, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      This sounds like totally fab feel-good food. I love that you’ve wrapped it in lettuce… 10/10 for that 🙂

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 10, 2015 at 11:09 am

        A perfect 10…wow! Thanks, Trinity! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Dianne says

      December 09, 2015 at 12:41 pm

      I love the idea of combining a veggie burger with asian-style lettuce wraps! So creative!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 09, 2015 at 2:13 pm

        Thanks, Dianne! They lettuce wrap definitely complements the burger perfectly!

        Reply
    4. Cadry's Kitchen says

      December 09, 2015 at 9:50 am

      That’s such a great point about putting the flavor IN the burger instead of around it. And I like that you used lentils for the burger. They have so much deep deliciousness built into them.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 09, 2015 at 2:06 pm

        If I was stranded on a desert island and could only take one thing…it would be lentils. I can’t get enough of them! Thanks, Cadry!

        Reply
    5. The vegan 8 says

      December 09, 2015 at 9:15 am

      These look so amazing! The texture and flavors all look perfect! I totally agree with what you said too, I don’t want a plain burger patty, I want the flavor IN the burger too! Then toppings and more flavor! I hate plain tasting food. I need to try these, I just love everything about them!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 09, 2015 at 9:23 am

        Thanks, Brandi! I’ve got plans to try your Red Beans & Rice Burger too…it sounds so delicious! Flavor IN the burgers are where it’s at!

        Reply
    6. Becky says

      December 09, 2015 at 8:20 am

      Ooh I love this! The lettuce instead of a bun is genius.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 09, 2015 at 8:27 am

        Thanks, Becky!! I honestly don’t think these would be quite as good on a bun. It really takes all the different components to make the delicious flavors all stand out!

        Reply
    7. Richa Gupta says

      October 05, 2015 at 1:00 am

      How cute are these lettuce wraps and how have I never thought of this!! Brilliant!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        October 05, 2015 at 9:34 am

        Thanks, Richa! The lettuce wrap idea kind of happened on a whim, but it worked out so well!!

        Reply
    8. Willow says

      October 02, 2015 at 1:58 pm

      Isn’t it fun when you can make something out of leftovers! You may have been out of buns, but I love to substitute collard greens for wraps and lettuce leaves for sandwiches. These flavors sound wonderful! I love to use sriracha in my cooking. Your dressing sounds yummy as well!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        October 17, 2015 at 10:24 pm

        I LOVE collard wraps! Thanks so much, Willow! Sriarcha makes everything better, right?!

        Reply
    9. markr356 says

      September 30, 2015 at 5:45 am

      Love the Asian touch and wrapped in the lettuce keeps it light and healthy.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        September 30, 2015 at 7:41 am

        Thanks, Mark! Yup, go ahead and have two!

        Reply
    10. Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago says

      September 28, 2015 at 11:40 am

      As much as I love a good beef burger, veggie burgers are always a great option when you want something lighter. These sound wonderful, especially that sauce!!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        September 28, 2015 at 12:32 pm

        Thanks so much, Kathryn! I’ve used the sauce on many other things since…it’s so good!

        Reply
    11. Paige @ Where Latin Meets Lagniappe says

      September 28, 2015 at 10:38 am

      These look so tasty! A perfectly delicious lunch idea!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        September 28, 2015 at 11:18 am

        Thanks, Paige! Let me know if you try them!

        Reply
    12. Sina @ Vegan Heaven says

      September 26, 2015 at 10:08 am

      This sounds so delicious, Jenn! I love lentil burgers. And what a great idea to use lettuce wraps. 🙂

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        September 26, 2015 at 12:24 pm

        Thank you so much, Sina! The lettuce wrap went perfectly with the flavors of the burger!

        Reply
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