Fat-Burning Power Snack: Sunflower Lentil Spread With Pita Bread | Health

Combine 1 rinsed and drained 15-ounce can of lentils, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and freshly ground black pepper in a blender.

Blend until smooth.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of sunflower seeds, 1 diced celery stalk, 1 finely diced scallion, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.

Microwave a whole-wheat pita on high for 1 minute.

Cut the pita into wedges and serve it with the spread.

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