Yesterday in class we prepared Lentil Burgers, veggie burgers, instead of regular hamburgers. They were definitely a success, and had a shocking taste.
Proteins are made of strings of amino acids that form chains known as peptides. Our bodies need dietary protein to accomplish many basic functions, such as building bones, moving muscles, and repairing tissue. Dietary protein, an essential nutrient, comes from meat, dairy, and certain grains and beans. (http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-dietary-protein.htm) Each person needs a certain amount of protein in their diet. Not everyone needs the same amount, it depends on your weight and size. Not only do lentils help lower cholesterol, they are of special benefit in managing blood-sugar disorders since their high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal. But this is far from all lentils have to offer. Lentils also provide good to excellent amounts of six important minerals, two B-vitamins, and protein—all with virtually no fat.(http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=52)
A complete protein contains an adequate amount of all of the essential amino acids that should be incorporated into a diet. An incomplete protein is any protein that lacks one or more essential amino acids in correct proportions. These can also be referred to as partial proteins. The lentil burgers would be an incomplete protein.
http://vegetarian.about.com/od/maindishentreerecipes/r/lentilburger.htm
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