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Smoky Lentil Dip

A smoky and delicious lentil dip that's savoury and protein-packed.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 180 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup split red lentils dried
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt + pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Rinse and sort your lentils to discard any rocks or debris. Then place them in a small saucepot with the vegetable broth. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until cooked through, approx. 8 minutes.
  2. Drain the lentils but reserve the cooking water in case needed to thin out the lentil dip.
  3. Transfer the cooked lentils to your food processor and add all the remaining ingredients. Blend until completely combined, adding 1-2 tablespoons of the lentil water if needed for a thinner dip. (Keep in mind that the lentils will continue to absorb liquid and the dip will thicken as it sits.)
  4. Taste for salt and pepper and add if needed. Then serve your dip warm or refrigerate it for 1 hour or longer before serving.

Notes

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  • Store leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container for 3-4 days. Or freeze the dip in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • Cook the lentils in vegetable broth, not water, for the best flavour. If you don't have broth on hand, try making our delicious bouillon mix.
  • If you must use water, be sure to add extra seasoning, to taste.
  • If using canned lentils, increase the seasoning to make up for the loss of vegetable broth.

Nutrition Information

Calories 180cal (9%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 123mg (5%) Potassium 373mg (11%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 292IU (6%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 38mg (4%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180

% Daily Value*

Calories 180cal 9%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 123mg 5%
Potassium 373mg 8%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 292IU 6%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 38mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%

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