Healthy Lentil Bread Recipe
The best vegan lentil breads are made using this simple vegan recipe. If you want to perfect your lentil breading making skills, then you have the recipe here.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Loaf pan (8 × 4 inch / 20 × 10 cm)
- Parchment paper or nonstick spray
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried red lentils rinsed and soaked for 3 hours
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder this is optional
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs rosemary, thyme, or oregano
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast optional, for savory flavor
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Blend the batter:
- Drain the soaked lentils and add them to a blender with water, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until completely smooth.
Mix dry ingredients:
- Add baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, herbs, and nutritional yeast to the blender. Blend briefly until combined.
Pour and smooth:
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake:
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is firm and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool:
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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