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Red Lentil Bread

Ingredients

For The Red Lentil Bread

  • 12.3  oz dried red lentils 
  • 3 tbsp psyllium husk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 5 tbsp olive oil Extra Virgin
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste your favourite spices (such as paprika, cumin, garlic powder or dried herbs) optional

For The Topping

  • to taste Sesame seeds or other seeds for sprinkling on top

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the red lentils well under running water.
  • Place them in a bowl, cover with water and soak for several hours until soft and slightly swollen.
  • Drain the lentils thoroughly.
  • Blend the soaked lentils until you get a smooth, thick mixture.
  • Add psyllium husk, baking powder, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt and any spices you like, then mix well.
  • Let the dough rest for 15 minutes to thicken.
  • Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • Transfer the dough into the pan, smooth the top with a wet spatula and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (about 175–180°C) for 60–70 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.
  • Cool in the pan, then remove and slice once the bread has cooled.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7.5gFat: 7.5gFiber: 3.5g