Crispy Lentil Smash Burger Pita Plates

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked brown or green lentils, drained
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 whole-wheat pitas
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 cucumber, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens

Method

1. Mash lentils with egg, oats, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
2. Press into four thin patties so the edges can crisp.
3. Sear patties in olive oil for about 3 minutes per side.
4. Stir Greek yogurt with lemon zest and juice.
5. Fill warm pitas with greens, patties, cucumber, tomatoes, and sauce.