SPICY RED LENTIL SPREAD

SERVES 1 PORTION

1⁄4 cup (50 g) red lentils

3/4 cup (150ml) vegetable stock

1/2 tsp. ground turmeric

1/2 tsp. curry powder

1/2 tsp. ground coriander

pinch of red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp. sea salt

1/2 tbsp. olive oil

2 drops of liquid smoke (optional from a delicatessen or online)

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 248kcal
Fat: 8.2g (1.2g S.Fat)
Carbs: 32.1g
Protein: 13.2g
Sugar: 1.9g
Sodium: 1000mg

METHOD

Drain the lentils thoroughly after rinsing them in a strainer.

In a small saucepan, bring the stock to a boil, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool. Purée the lentils and any remaining stock with the spices, salt, oil, and liquid smoke (if using) in a handheld blender until smooth.

Simply pack your favourite fresh bread to go with all of these spreads.