Smoky Red Lentil Hummus
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5
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
16
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Calories
63 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Smoky Red Lentil Hummus
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This deliciously smoky red lentil hummus recipe is a twist on traditional chickpea hummus. The creamy lentil dip is packed with plant protein and loads of flavour. It pairs perfectly with pita chips or fresh veggies.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils split
- 2 cups water
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice , from roughly half a lemon
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water cold
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Optional toppings
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- pinch smoked paprika za'atar, or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Bring the red lentils and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, and gently simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally. Cook until the lentils are soft and the lentils are soft and the water absorbed – about 15 minutes. It should resemble a thick porridge.
- Allow the lentils to cool slightly – about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the cooked lentils to the bowl of a food processor. Add the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) with 2 tablespoons of cold water.
- Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. If the hummus is too thick, add more cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency. But don't worry if the texture looks thin, it thickens as it cools down.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. I add about half a teaspoon of salt and a generous grind of black pepper.
- If you're not using it straight away, transfer the hummus to an airtight container and refrigerate. Or, to serve, spoon the lentil hummus into a bowl and (optionally) drizzle it with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
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Notes
- Store your homemade red lentil hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2tablespoons
Calories
63kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
0.3g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
76mg
(3%)
Potassium
131mg
(3%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
0.3g
(1%)
Vitamin A
82IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
13mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 63 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 63kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 82IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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9 reviews
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