Chickpea Lentil Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
This chickpea lentil bread is a flourless, vegan, and gluten-free loaf made with simple ingredients and packed with plant-based protein. This easy no-kneading, no-yeast recipe is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or serving alongside soups and salads.
Equipment
- 1 high speed blender
- 9x5 inch loaf pan lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 + ½ cups dried red lentils soaked, drained
- 1 + ½ cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ cup water
- 1-2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional, for topping
Instructions
- Soak the red lentils in hot water for at least 2 hours, or in cold water overnight. Drain well before using.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Add the soaked lentils, chickpeas, baking soda, vinegar, baking powder, cumin, salt, and water to a high-speed blender.1 + ½ cups dried red lentils, 1 + ½ cups cooked chickpeas, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ cup water
- Blend until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using.1-2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Bake for 1 hour 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few crumbs. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Drain the soaked lentils thoroughly to prevent a gummy texture.
- Let the loaf cool completely before slicing, so it holds together well.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 3 months and thaw or toast as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 8gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 323mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 9gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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