This recipe is a nice spin on the classic dip, incorporating lentils instead of chickpeas. Lentils are a brain-boosting ingredient, which has been shown to help clear brain fog and improve cognition.

Celery, rich in a nutrient called luteolin that acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, is the perfect dipper for this spread. But feel free to serve with a variety of vegetables and whole-grain crackers and dig in!

For more delicious dips, try my Edamame Hummus and Bleu Cheese Dip!

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Lentil Hummus

This recipe is a nice spin on the classic dip, incorporating lentils instead of chickpeas. Lentils are a brain-boosting ingredient, which has been shown to help clear brain fog and improve cognition.
Servings: 2 cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups lentils, cooked and cooled
  • 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
  • 3 tablespoons tahini, sesame seed paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Sweet or smokey paprika for garnish, optional
  • Celery sticks for dipping

Instructions
 

  • Add lentils, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, oil, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.
  • For a thinner consistency, add a small bit of water, 1 tablespoon at a time, into the food processor and pulse until the hummus has reached your desired consistency. Do not add more than 3 to 4 tablespoons of water or it will become too thin.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with an optional drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika or crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with celery dippers. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 60Carbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gTotal Fat: 2.5g— Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g— Saturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 90mgFiber: 2gTotal Sugar: 1g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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