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Red Lentil Hummus

This Red Lentil Hummus has everything you love about traditional hummus, but made with gorgeous red lentils that boast a sweet and nutty flavor. It's lemony, smooth, creamy, and perfect for a nutritious and satisfying snack.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Cooling time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 165 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup dried red lentils
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoon tahini paste
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice from a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Prep the lentils: Bring the water to a boil and add your lentils. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until all the water is absorbed, stirring occasionally, it should take 15 to 20 minutes. Let the lentils cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Make the hummus: Add the cooked lentils to a food processor with the rest of the ingredients. Pulse until everything is blended and smooth.
  3. Serve: Scoop the hummus into a bowl, garnish with smoked paprika. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • You can make your own pita chips to go with your red lentil hummus! Simply cut the pita into wedges, brush them with a bit of olive oil, and toast them on a sheet pan in the oven at 400F until they started to brown, about 5-10 minutes.
  • You don't need to use red lentils for this recipe! Brown or green will both work as substitutes.
  • Store your hummus in the fridge for 4-7 days. You can keep it in the same bowl you've served it in covered with plastic wrap, or transfer it to an airtight container.
  • Surprisingly, this is a dip that can be frozen without ruining the consistency! Transfer your red lentil hummus to an airtight container, drizzle a thin layer of oil over the top, and store up to 4 months. When you're ready to eat, let it thaw fully either at room temperature for a couple hours or overnight in the fridge. Give it a stir to mix the layer of oil in, and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 165kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 297mg (12%) Potassium 248mg (7%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 136IU (3%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 165kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 297mg 12%
Potassium 248mg 5%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 136IU 3%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.