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Smashed Lentils with Grilled Vegetables [Vegan]
These smashed lentils are comparable to hummus but heartier with a chunky but creamy texture and can be used in countless ways, as a dip, spread, sauce, topping, etc. It’ll add that extra pizazz to many of your favorite dishes; try a few dollops over rice or swirled in a... Read More
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How to Prepare Smashed Lentils with Grilled Vegetables [Vegan]
- Cooking the lentils: Rinse lentils thoroughly, add to a saucepan with garlic and enough water to cover the lentils by 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender (add more water if needed to ensure lentils are completely submerged in water while they cook).
- Add salt, reduce heat and let lentils cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit until ready to use.
- Making the mashed lentils: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan.
- Add onions and cook, occasionally stirring for 4 – 5 minutes until onions soften and brown. Add cumin and red pepper flakes (if using), stir, and cook for about 2 minutes until spices become fragrant.
- Meanwhile, drain lentils (discard garlic) and reserve a cup of the liquid.
- Add lentils, the reserved cup of liquid from the lentils, and lemon juice. Stir and cook for 2 – 3 minutes, then mash lentils with a fork or potato masher to break some of the lentils up and thicken the sauce.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and serve garnished with fresh herbs and olive oil. Enjoy with grilled vegetables and flatbread or crusty baguette.
- Grilling the vegetables: Combine olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, and paprika in a small bowl and whisk to emulsify.
- In a large bowl, combine onion, pepper, carrots, radish, asparagus, and tomatoes. Pour olive oil mixture over vegetables, mix to coat, and let marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Grill over medium-high heat, occasionally turning, until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.
- Transfer to plate to cool and serve with mashed lentils. Enjoy!
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