Baked Mediterranean Lentil and Feta Burger Patties
Flavorful, heart-healthy lentil patties packed with creamy feta, baby spinach, flaxseed, and warm Mediterranean herbs. Perfect for batch cooking and easy meal prep throughout the week.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Make a double batch and freeze cooked patties individually on a tray before transferring to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Finely chop the fresh baby spinach and…
Finely chop the fresh baby spinach and mince the garlic clove on a clean cutting board.
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Lightly mash the cooked brown lentils using…
In a large mixing bowl, lightly mash the cooked brown lentils using a fork or potato masher, leaving about half of the lentils whole for texture.
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Add the chopped spinach
Add the chopped spinach, minced garlic, crumbled feta cheese, ground flaxseed, rolled oats, dried oregano, and extra virgin olive oil to the bowl with the lentils.
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Stir the mixture firmly using a spatula…
Stir the mixture firmly using a spatula until all ingredients are evenly combined and hold together when pressed.
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Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions…
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and firmly shape each portion into a patty about 0.75 inches (2cm) thick.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Arrange the patties evenly on the prepared…
Arrange the patties evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Place the baking sheet in the oven…
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping gently with a spatula halfway through, until the edges are golden brown and crisp to the touch.
Look for: the edges are golden brown and crisp to the touch
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Remove from the oven and allow patties…
Remove from the oven and allow patties to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before serving or storing.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Serve warm or store in an airtight…
Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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