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Healthy Twist on Hummus: Orange Lentil Hummus Recipe

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Lentil Hummus

Cultural Context

Lentil hummus is a nutritious twist on traditional chickpea hummus, originating from Middle Eastern cuisine. It reflects the region's love for legumes, which are a staple due to their protein content and versatility. This dish is often served as a dip with pita bread or fresh vegetables and has gained popularity worldwide for its health benefits and rich flavor.

Middle EasternILappetizer
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 c orange lentils
1/2 lemon, squeezed
2 cloves of garlic
1 tsp of Kosher salt
Pinch of red hot chili flakes
Pinch of cumin
6 ice cubes
150 grams (2/3 c) of techina

tahini

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing fat.

1

Cook the lentils in a pot of boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and cool.

2

Toss all the ingredients except for the techina into a blender or food processor. Process well.

3

Add the techina. Blend again.

Cooking Techniques

cookingblending

Equipment Needed

potblender or food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetariangluten-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Lentil DipLentil Spread

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