Lentil Spread

Lentil Spread

Macronutrients per 100g

Energy

133kcal

Sugar

3g

Fat

4g

Fiber

4g

Sat fat

1g

Protein

3g

Carbs

12g

Sodium

68mg

Ingredients

- 200g / 7.05oz Carrots
- 100g / 3.53oz Yellow Lentils
- to taste Salt
- 10g / 0.35oz Ginger
- from 1 Orange Orange Juice
- 1/2 tsp Mild Curry Powder
- 1-2 tbsp Rapeseed Oil
- to taste ground Black Pepper

Preparation

1. Clean, peel, and roughly dice 200g Carrots.
2. Add Carrots and 100g Yellow Lentils to a pot with 300ml salted water.
3. Cook covered over low heat for about 10 minutes until Carrots are soft. Drain excess water if needed.
4. Meanwhile, peel and finely chop 10g Ginger.
5. Combine Carrot-Lentil mixture with Ginger, juice from 1 Orange, 1/2 tsp Mild Curry Powder, and 1-2 tbsp Rapeseed Oil in a mixing cup. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth.
6. Season the spread with Salt and ground Black Pepper to taste.
7. Let the spread cool before serving.

Micronutrients % of RDI

Iron

11% of RDI

Magnesium

12% of RDI

Vitamin C

4% of RDI

Omega 3

0% of RDI

Vitamin A

0% of RDI

Calcium

12% of RDI

Folate

65% of RDI

Good to know

The spread can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Optionally, add fresh thyme for more flavor.