This healthy lentil bread is made with just a few simple ingredients and is absolutely wonderful for breakfast, a quick snack, an appetizer, or even a side for dinner. Nutritious and delicious—let’s get to the recipe!
Ingredients for Healthy Lentil Bread:
- 2 cups dried lentils;
- 7 oz (approx. 200g) mild farmer’s cheese or queso fresco, crumbled;
- 10 sprigs fresh dill, chopped;
- 6 green onions (scallions), finely sliced;
- 1 cup Greek yogurt;
- 1/2 cup pitted olives, chopped;
- 4 large eggs;
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes;
- 3.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil;
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper;
- 1 tsp baking soda;
- 1 tsp baking powder;
- 3.5 oz (100g) shredded cheddar cheese;
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds.
How to make Healthy Lentil Bread:
- First, rinse the lentils well and soak them in water for one hour;
- Drain the lentils thoroughly and pulse them in a food processor or blender until you have a smooth purée;
- Transfer the lentil purée to a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs, baking soda, baking powder, Greek yogurt, olive oil, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to taste;
- Mix everything well until thoroughly incorporated;
- Fold in the cheeses, herbs, olives, and red pepper flakes;
- Prepare two small loaf pans or one large one by greasing them with a little butter or olive oil;
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and sprinkle the sesame seeds on top;
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean;
- Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve!
Recipe Tips:
Feel free to customize this recipe by swapping in different grains or seeds, or experimenting with your favorite cheese varieties to change the flavor profile.
A Little Spotlight on Dill
Fresh dill is a culinary powerhouse. It is widely used to season fish and seafood—especially salmon—and is a key ingredient in yogurt or sour cream-based sauces. Beyond its classic role in pickles, dill adds a vibrant, grassy brightness to potato salads, risottos, and various legume-based dishes. Its versatility makes it a must-have herb in your kitchen.
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