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Close-up of a bowl of red lentil hummus with an enticing swirl pattern on top with crackers on a chopping board in the background.

Red Lentil Hummus

A nutritious blend of red lentils, tahini, and spices, topped with your favorite garnishes for a delicious dip.
Author Sarah Cobacho (plantbaes.com)
PREP TIME5 minutes
COOK TIME15 minutes
TOTAL TIME20 minutes
Servings 8
Course Dip
Cuisine Middle Eastern-Inspired
Keyword 10 ingredients or less, 20 mins or less, Easy-to-make, garlic, gluten-free, Healthy Snack, lemon, lentils, plant-based, red lentils, tahini, tomato

Ingredients

  • 1 cup split red lentils
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic cloves
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp sea salt flakes
  • 1.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes optional

Instructions

  • Rinse the lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Add to a small pot, cover with water, and bring to a soft boil. Cook about 10 minutes until mushy.
  • To a food processor, add the cooked lentils, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and sundried tomatoes if using. Process until smooth. If you’re adding sundried tomatoes or other flavorings, you might want to add a couple of ice cubes or a little ice water (1 tbsp at a time) to thin to your desired consistency.
  • Add your favourite toppings, and enjoy!

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Nutritional Information - Per Serving
Calories 137kcal | Carbohydrates 15g | Protein 6g | Fat 6g | Sodium 110mg | Fiber 3g | Vitamin A 6IU | Vitamin C 2mg | Calcium 32mg | Iron 2mg