Dairy-Free Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites

Delight your taste buds with these Dairy-Free Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites, a flavorful and nutritious plant-based recipe perfect for snacks, appetizers, or party platters. Made with protein-packed red lentils and seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, these golden-brown lentil bites are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbaceous flavor, while chickpea flour ensures a gluten-free and dairy-free twist. Quick to prepare and cooked to perfection in a skillet with olive oil, these bite-sized treats pair beautifully with your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce. Ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone craving a savory, wholesome snack, these spiced lentil patties will become a crowd-pleasing favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried red lentils
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chickpea flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the lentils and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the lentils are soft but not mushy.

Step 3

Drain any excess water from the lentils and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Let them cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, chopped cilantro, salt, pepper, and chickpea flour to the cooked lentils.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky and easy to form into patties. If it feels too wet, add a bit more chickpea flour.

Step 6

Form the mixture into small bite-sized patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate.

Step 7

In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the lentil bites in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Cook the lentil bites for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked lentil bites to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm as a snack or appetizer, accompanied by your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(936.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1405.0

Total Fat 49.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1391.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.3g
Protein 69.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.3mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 3031.6mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 49.5%