This smooth, creamy spread is as wonderful on sandwiches as it is as a dip for crackers or pita wedges. If you like a smoky edge, add a pinch of smoked paprika along with the cayenne pepper.
- Portion size 1 serving
- Credits : Online-exclusive recipe
Ingredients
Method
In large saucepan of boiling water, cook lentils until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain.In food processor, puree together lentils, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, oil, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper until smooth.
Nutritional facts Per 1 tbsp: about
- Fibre 1 g
- Sodium 2 mg
- Sugars 1 g
- Protein 3 g
- Calories 44.0
- Total fat 2 g
- Potassium 104 mg
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Total carbohydrate 6 g
%RDI
- Iron 7.0
- Folate 22.0
- Calcium 1.0
- Vitamin C 2.0
