Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked millet
• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• Salt to taste
• 4 whole grain buns

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked millet, lentils, spinach, grated carrot, sunflower seeds, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt. Mix well.
2. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
3. In a pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Protein per serving:

• Approximately 14g per serving (1 burger per serving).

Ayurvedic Sidenote:

This burger is rich in protein from lentils and millet while incorporating cooling veggies like spinach and carrot. Turmeric adds its tridoshic and anti-inflammatory properties. The spices cumin and coriander aid digestion and help balance Pitta.