Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites

Transform your snacking game with these irresistible Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites! Packed with protein and bursting with bold flavors, this plant-based recipe combines tender green or brown lentils with a medley of aromatic spices like cumin, ground coriander, and paprika. Toasted to crispy perfection in olive oil, these lentil bites are a delightful balance of crunch and smoky, savory goodness. Ready in under an hour, they make for a wholesome, gluten-free snack or a vibrant appetizer. Garnished with fresh coriander leaves, these bites are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for meal prepping, healthy munching, or serving at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or brown lentils
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and place them in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Add the 3 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the lentils simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.

Step 4

Drain the lentils well and spread them out on a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 5

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the cumin seeds and toast for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the cooked lentils to the skillet, spreading them in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir the lentils and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until they begin to crisp up, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Sprinkle the ground coriander, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the lentils and toss well to coat evenly.

Step 10

Cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the lentils are crispy and well coated with the spices.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the lentils to cool slightly.

Step 12

Transfer them to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Step 13

Enjoy your crispy spiced lentil bites as a snack or appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(965.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	520.3

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1217.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.0g
Protein 19.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138.7mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 908.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 34.8%