Description
Easy Lentil Patties with Lemon Tahini Dip are a delightful and nutritious snack that combines flavor and health effortlessly. These crispy patties, made from wholesome lentils and aromatic spices, are complemented by a zesty lemon tahini dip that elevates their taste profile. Perfect for gatherings, as appetizers, or even light meals, they cater to vegan and gluten-free diets while being packed with protein and fiber. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up these delicious bites that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dry red lentils
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ tablespoon chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- Sea salt & pepper to taste
- 4–5 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- ⅓ cup runny tahini
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1–2 cloves garlic
- Sea salt to taste
- Water to thin
- Fresh parsley, minced
- Squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the lentils overnight. Drain.
- In a food processor, blend lentils, onion, garlic, tomato paste, chickpea flour, seasonings until slightly chunky.
- Form small patties (1–2 inches) with your hands.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat; fry patties for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the dip, mix tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water to desired consistency; stir in parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg