Mediterranean Veggie Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad
"Hearty burgers get a healthy makeover with canned lentils. Spread on a tangy yogurt-mint sauce, and serve a zesty carrot salad on the side. When combining the burger ingredients in the food processor, don't overprocess; you want some small chunks to remain to give the patties a nice texture...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 medium carrots
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3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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4 scallions, thinly sliced
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Coarse salt and ground pepper
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5 whole-wheat hamburger buns
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1 can (15 ounces) lentils, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
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1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
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1 head Bibb lettuce
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