Healthy High-Protein Gluten-Free Lentil Bread (High in Fiber)
Healthy High-Protein Gluten-Free Lentil Bread (High in Fiber) that’s simple, flour-free, and great for everyday meals.It’s especially good if you want something filling, nutritious, and easy to digest.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder or cumin (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- pumpkin seeds
- sesame seeds
- herbs (oregano, rosemary)
Instructions
- Soak the lentils in plenty of clean water for at least 3–4 hours, or preferably overnight, to soften them and make them easier to blend and digest. Once soaked, drain the lentils thoroughly and rinse them well under running water.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a loaf dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper, making sure the sides are well covered to prevent sticking.
- Add the soaked lentils, water, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and your chosen spices to a high-speed blender. Blend the mixture for 1–2 minutes, stopping if needed to scrape down the sides, until you achieve a completely smooth, thick batter with no visible lentil pieces.
- Once the batter is smooth, add the baking powder and gently mix it in using a spatula or by pulsing the blender briefly. Avoid over mixing at this stage to ensure the bread rises properly.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. If desired, sprinkle seeds or herbs over the surface for extra texture and flavor.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the bread is firm to the touch and the top is lightly golden. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the dish before slicing. This step is important, as the bread continues to set while cooling and will slice more cleanly once fully cooled.