Mediterranean Lentil Puree Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Lentil Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 large garlic clove, minced or pureed; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander seeds; 18 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom seeds; 1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek seeds; 3/4 cup brown or green lentils, washed and picked over; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon plain low-fat yogurt (more to taste) or additional liquid from the lentils for a vegan version; Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large garlic clove, minced or pureed
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander seeds
18 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek seeds
3/4 cup brown or green lentils, washed and picked over
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon plain low-fat yogurt (more to taste) or additional liquid from the lentils for a vegan version
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

1
Combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the garlic in a small frying pan or saucepan over medium heat.
2
When the garlic begins to sizzle, add the spices.
3
Stir together for about 30 seconds, then remove from the heat and set aside.
4
Place the lentils in a medium saucepan, cover by 1 to 2 inches with water, add a bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
5
Add salt to taste, reduce the heat and cook until tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
6
Remove the bay leaf.
7
Taste and adjust salt.
8
Place a strainer over a bowl and drain the lentils.
9
Transfer to a food processor fitted with the steel blade.
10
Puree the lentils along with the garlic and spices.
11
With the machine running add the additional olive oil and the garlic.
12
Thin out as desired with the broth from the lentils.
13
The puree should be very smooth; if it is dry or pasty, add more yogurt, broth, or olive oil.
14
Taste and adjust salt.
15
If desired add a few drops of lemon juice.
16
Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle the cilantro over the top if desired, or spread directly on croutons or pita triangles.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 large garlic clove, minced or pureed, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Lentil Puree falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mediterranean Lentil Puree

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