Serves four as a main meal
Makes 4 burgers or 8 lentil "bites"

400g can of lentils or white beans (drained and rinsed)
½ egg, beaten
3 heaped tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried bread crumbs plus extra for coating
(use gluten free bread crumbs for gluten free burgers)
generous pinch of grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons of fresh parsley and oregano (chopped)
pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
lemon wedges

1. Drain and rinse the lentils or white beans. Mash with a fork (it does not need to be completely smooth, it is preferable to have some texture).
2. Add the egg, parmesan, herbs, spices and bread crumbs. Mix well.
3. Form into four burgers (or 8 smaller patties) and roll in bread crumbs.
4. Heat oil in non-stick pan and add burgers. Brown, turning after 3 - 4 minutes.

Serve with a lemon wedge and scattered with fresh herbs (the kids may prefer tomato or barbecue sauce).