Red Lentil Hummus (High-Protein Vegan Dip)
Red lentil hummus is a creamy, protein-packed vegan dip that’s easy to make at home and bursting with savory, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or spread for pita bread and crackers, this homemade hummus is a wholesome addition to any meal.
Equipment
- 1 medium cooking pot
- 1 high speed blender
Ingredients
For cooking lentils
- 1 cup dried red lentils rinsed, drained
- 1 + ½ cups water
Other Ingredients for the hummus
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon water add more if needed
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine red lentils and water in a medium-sized pot. Bring to a boil, then partially cover and simmer for 10 minutes until lentils are soft and mushy with no water left. Let them cool slightly.1 cup dried red lentils, 1 + ½ cups water
- Transfer lentils to a high-speed blender and add tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, water, salt, and spices.2 tablespoons tahini, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon water, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon cumin powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Blend on high until smooth, adding a spoonful of water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- For extra creamy hummus, blend a bit longer or add a splash of water or olive oil.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 395mgPotassium: 332mgFiber: 10gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 3mg
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