Need a healthy, good-tasting way to rev up your morning? Look no further! These Plant-Based Walnut Breakfast Sausage Patties are absolutely the showstopper in this healthy breakfast sandwich. They feature nutrient-dense ingredients such as walnuts, lentils, and oyster mushrooms and will give a powerful punch of flavor without using conventional breakfast meats. Our homemade biscuit recipe teams with this breakfast sandwich to both fill your cravings and nourish your body with every bite.
Why a Wholesome Breakfast Sandwich Is the Best Way to Start Your Day
What will be so fulfilling and nutritious is to use our plant-based sausage patties for a wholesome breakfast sandwich. Unlike processed meat alternatives, this recipe is filled with whole foods that are truly nutrient powerhouses: Walnuts bring omega-3 fatty acids for heart health and the healthy functioning of our brains. Lentils boost plant-based protein and fiber, ensuring fullness and energy in the morning . Oyster mushrooms add that umami flavor and are generally recognized for delivering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
How to Build the Ultimate Wholesome Breakfast Sandwich
When paired with our light and fluffy biscuit recipe, it’s the ultimate wholesome breakfast sandwich. Their rich, nutty taste intertwines with the taste of the patties and the tender biscuits to make a super-delectable and balanced meal. This combination tantalizes taste buds with their flavor and texture while promoting a healthier diet by dramatically lowering the intake of saturated fats and cholesterol, characteristic of most animal-based breakfast options.
Enjoy the Health Benefits of a Wholesome Breakfast Sandwich
Choosing a hearty plant-based breakfast sandwich means giving your body all the right nutrients and all it needs to thrive. Whether you’re meal prepping for a busy week ahead or just lounging around on the weekend with a brunch spread, it’s bound to be your new favorite addition to your breakfast rotation.
Plant-Based Walnut Breakfast Sausage Pattie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.25 – 1.75 dl (½ to ¾ cup) walnuts, soaked overnight
- 5 dl (2 cups) oyster mushrooms, cleaned and finely chopped
- 2.5 dl (1 cup) rolled oats
- 1.25 dl (½ cup) diced yellow onion
- 0.75 dl (3 tablespoons) milled flaxseeds
- 1 dl (4 tablespoons) nutritional yeast
- 3 dl (1¼ cups) cooked red lentils
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 dl (1 tablespoon) tomato paste
- 0.25 dl (1 tablespoon) coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
- 0.25 dl (1 teaspoon) liquid smoke
- 0.25 dl (1 tablespoon) maple syrup
Seasoning Blend
- 0.25 dl (1 teaspoon) onion powder
- 0.25 dl (1 teaspoon) garlic powder
- 0.25 dl (1 teaspoon) cumin
- 0.25 dl (1 tablespoon) fennel seeds
- 0.25 dl (1 tablespoon) ground sage
- 0.25 dl (1 teaspoon) salt
- 0.12 dl (½ teaspoon) black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Walnuts: Soak the walnuts overnight in water. Drain and rinse before use.
- Cook the Red Lentils: Rinse 1.5 dl (¾ cup) of dried red lentils under cold water. Add them to a pot with 5 dl (2 cups) of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until the lentils are soft but not mushy. Drain any excess water and set the lentils aside to cool.
- Prepare the Oyster Mushrooms: Clean the oyster mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth or rinsing them briefly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Finely chop the mushrooms into small pieces to ensure they blend well into the sausage patties.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Combine Seasonings: In a small bowl, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, fennel seeds, ground sage, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Blend Ingredients in Food Processor: In a food processor, combine the soaked walnuts, finely chopped oyster mushrooms, rolled oats, diced onion, milled flaxseeds, nutritional yeast, cooked lentils, minced garlic, tomato paste, liquid smoke, coconut aminos, and maple syrup. Pulse the mixture in short bursts until it is well combined but still retains some texture. Be careful not to over-process, as you want the mixture to have a slightly coarse consistency.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 10-12 patties and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, flipping the patties halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Serve: Enjoy the patties on their own, in breakfast sandwiches, or as part of a breakfast platter.
Storage: This recipe yields about 10-12 patties and can be stored in the freezer for later use. To reheat, simply microwave or air-fry them.