Red Lentil and Toasted Walnut Dip

I love to discover new healthy recipes that I can repeat from time to time and serve either as an appetizer, breakfast or dinner. This recipe for Red Lentil Walnut Dip is one of these. Whenever you are in a hurry it is so good to have such a healthy, quick and nutritious option available.

Not only it is easy to prepare but it is also very flavorful and one of the best dips I’ve made so far. You can call it lentil dip or lentil pate, any way you call it can be used the same way. The combination of toasted walnuts with lentils is just awesome. Also, spices like cumin, turmeric, and coriander are such a good addition and bring flavor to this dip.

Serve the red lentil walnut dip with fresh vegetables, crackers, crostini, or spread on sandwiches.

How to make red lentil and toasted walnut dip

In a medium saucepan, combine lentils with water and bring them to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook until the lentils are tender, which should take about 15 minutes. Drain the lentils well and let them cool slightly before placing them in the bowl of a food processor.

While the lentils are cooking, toast the walnuts and cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once they smell toasty, remove them from the skillet and add them to the lentils in the food processor.

In the same skillet, add olive oil and onion, and cook for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes soft, stirring constantly. Add the cooked onion to the food processor.

Then, add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor: paprika, garlic, tomato paste, basil, turmeric, coriander, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

Process the mixture in the food processor until it becomes smooth and well combined. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and serve it with crackers, fresh bread, and fresh vegetables. You can serve it immediately or refrigerate it and serve it cold later.

Give it a try and let me know how it turned out for you. Don’t forget to tag me on your Instagram posts or stories. I am sure you will love it. Enjoy!

If you like dip recipes you may also like this bread recipe for Skillet Bread Four Cheese Spinach Dip and these Parmesan Crisps with Marinara Sauce. This Homemade Hummus is also a great choice as an appetizer, lunch, or dinner.

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