Comments on: Walnut Mushroom Lentil Veggie Burgers that would have been vegan if I hadn’t added cheese at the last minute

By: Charlie

Charlie — Mon, 16 May 2011 20:41:15 +0000

I recently became vegan and have been looking for a good burger. I'll have to try out this recipe. Has anyone tried making them without the walnuts? I'm allergic to nuts so I was just wondering. I can't wait to use my new cutlery set, get everything prepared and then taste this recipe. Thanks for sharing!

By: Bernadette

Bernadette — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:42:35 +0000

Try using the lentils raw, not cooked. Just soak them in some water for a bit and then run them through a blender or processor. They’ll stick together better and may not be as mushy.

By: Beth Terry

Beth Terry — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:53:38 +0000

M, I sauteed the mushrooms. (Step #2.) :-)

By: M

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:56:12 +0000

I’m little unclear from your instructions, but did you actually cook the mushrooms at all or just kinda toss them in with warm stuff? I generally cook the mushrooms with the onions for a little while, which I think helps release some of the water from the mushrooms.

By: Daxle

Daxle — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:02:45 +0000

I really like this recipe which is similar, but doesn’t include lentils http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mushroom-Pecan-Burgers-354089
(Although lentils would probably add more nutritional content, so I’d like to try that). Egg replacer powder might help bind things together. I would also spread out the hot lentils to help them evaporate, possibly even throw them in the oven for a bit. Brown or green lentils might be better than red (more fiber).

By: Meg

Meg — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:11:36 +0000

Perhaps the lentils were overcooked? They do tend to get mushy which is probably why I prefer other legumes like chickpeas. It does sound tasty, though!

I’m really glad to hear that you’re willing to give the uncheese stuff a shot! I look forward to seeing how it goes for you. And since I have the same cookbook (though probably a newer version), I can’t wait to see what recipes you try and like.

By: Jen F

Jen F — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:57:43 +0000

Most of the veggie burgers I have had and made myself have definitely been more mushy than a normal ground meat burger. However, I did make the ones from the “Real Food Daily” cookbook and they were much more substantial. They had quite a bit of tempeh and some grated beet and carrot. You could try cooking the lentils a little less so they have a little more bite? I don’t mind the mush, though, as long as they have good flavor. It does make it hard to cook on the grill, though.