How to Make French Lentil Dijon Spread

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard offers similar flavor with added texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and neutral in flavor.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

green lentils

🥗Healthier: brown lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often cheaper and cook faster.

Prepare cooked French lentils and add them to the Cuisinart.

Add walnuts to the Cuisinart.

Add crimini mushrooms to the Cuisinart.

Add fresh scallion to the Cuisinart.

Add tamari to the Cuisinart as a seasoning.

Add black pepper to the Cuisinart.

Add fresh garlic to the Cuisinart.

Add Dijon mustard to the Cuisinart.

Pulse the mixture in the Cuisinart until it is mixed.

Scrape down the sides of the Cuisinart as needed.

Drizzle in extra virgin olive oil while pulsing until the spread reaches a nice smooth texture, using about 2 tablespoons or more.

Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies.

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