Red Lentil Patties with Guacamole

Prep 

1. Rinse the SIMPLi Regenerative Organic Certified Red Lentils® thoroughly under cold water. 
2. Combine lentils with 3 cups water or vegetable stock in a medium saucepan. 
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until tender but still holding their shape. 
4. Drain any excess liquid, stir in ½ teaspoon salt, and set aside to cool. 

Instructions 

1. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from heat. 
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, sautéed onion and garlic, chili pepper, nutritional yeast, cumin, paprika, flour, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix until well combined. 
3. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1–2 hours (or overnight) to firm up. If the mixture is too wet after chilling, add a bit more flour. 
4. With slightly damp hands, form the mixture into about 12 flat patties. 
5. Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Avoid flipping too early to prevent breaking. 
6. Garnish patties with chopped parsley and serve warm with guacamole or your favorite dip.