If you’re trying to eat healthy and lean but don’t know how to incorporate protein into your diet without eating meat, then you’ll definitely want to check out Ricki’s recipe for Lentil Pistachio Patties. Her patties are packed with more nutrients than you’d ever be able to fit into a traditional beef patty. So what’s Ricki’s secret to preparing a delicious, protein-rich meal? She loads the patties with naturally flavorful ingredients like pistachios and avocados. Let’s not forget to mention the soy sauce!

Like Ricki, I tend to forget about the bean family. I usually view them as something to eat on the side, in addition to a more recognized protein like meat or beef. It’s refreshing to come across a creative recipe like this, though! I’ll definitely have to keep her recipe in mind for the next time I want to prepare a filling but nutritious meal.

Ricki shares her passion for cooking and healthy living on her blog Diet, Desserts, and Dogs, be sure to check out all the other tasty ways she puts healthy recipes together.