Spicy Lentil Dip

Indian spices lace this spicy, delicious dip. It’s great served with naan or pita chips!

Original recipe makes 2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils
1 onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons curry powder
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • COOK

    25 mins

  • READY IN

    35 mins

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, onion and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are soft. Pass lentils through a food mill or blend them in a blender.
  2. Toast curry powder and cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Add cayenne, oil and garlic. Saute for 1 minute.
  3. Stir spice mixture into lentils and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 53 kcal
Carbohydrates: 7.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 1.2 g
Fiber: 1.9 g
Protein: 3.3 g
Sodium: 2 mg