Orange Lentil Hummus

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Serves: 2 cups
Orange Lentil Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Pereg Natural Orange Lentils, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 Tablespoons tahini
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
  • 2-3 tablespoons water, for desired consistency
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Sweet paprika for garnish

Preparation

STEP 1

Put lentils in a 2-quart saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a medium low and simmer uncovered until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Strain and let cool.

STEP 2

Place lentils in a food processor and add garlic and tahini and pulse until combined. Then add olive oil, water, lemon juice, cumin, salt and pepper and blend until smooth.

STEP 3

Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and garnish with paprika and serve with pita bread and raw vegetables.

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