These delicious and easy-to-make Lentil Fritters for toddlers are the perfect nutritious snack or lunchbox addition for your little one. Made with lentils, carrots and cheese and pan-fried for a crisp finish, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family! Get the full recipe at Toddler Recipes Australia, your go-to resource for healthy, tasty recipes for toddlers.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Lentil Fritters, Peanut Allergy Friendly
• Calories: 500
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fats: 20 g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups of cooked lentils
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt

Directions

1. Preheat a skillet over a medium heat with the olive oil.

2. Once heated, add the onion, garlic, and carrot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

3. Add the cooked lentils and spices and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until everything is combined and the spices are fragrant.

4. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before adding the cilantro, flour,ingredients and baking powder.

5. Mix the yogurt into the mixture until everything is combined.

6. Once combined, form 4-6 patties with the mixture and place on a plate.

7. In the preheated skillet, cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

8. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Recommended Sides

• Fresh green salad
• Roasted vegetables
• Baked potatoes
• Steamed rice
• Creamy avocado dip

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