Halal High Protein Turkish Red Lentil Köfte Recipe

Halal High Protein Turkish Red Lentil Köfte Recipe
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time20 min
Total Time40 min
Servings4
CuisineTurkish
Calories280 kcal

High Protein Turkish Red Lentil Köfte Recipe — a healthy halal vegetarian recipe with 280 calories and 15g protein per serving.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • ½ cup fine bulgur (or quinoa for gluten-free)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp each: cumin, paprika, chili flakes
  • Fresh parsley and green onions, chopped generously
  • Lettuce leaves or pita for serving
  • Lemon wedges
Instructions
  1. 1Cook lentils in 3 cups water until soft and water absorbed (~15-20 min). Add bulgur, cover, and let sit 10 min.
  2. 2Sauté onion in oil with tomato paste and spices. Mix into lentil-bulgur. Add herbs.
  3. 3Shape into oval patties. Serve cold or lightly pan-warmed with salad and lemon.
Nutrition Per Serving
CaloriesProteinCarbsFatFibre
280 kcal15g45g6g8g

Nutrition values are estimates.

Halal Note: Ensure all ingredients used are halal-certified. Always verify product labels before purchasing.