Heart-Healthy Homemade Red Lentil Pasta

Delight in the nutritious comfort of Heart-Healthy Homemade Red Lentil Pasta, a protein-packed, gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Crafted with just six simple ingredients—red lentil flour, tapioca starch, xanthan gum, olive oil, water, and salt—this vibrant, golden-orange pasta is easy to prepare and perfect for those seeking a healthier lifestyle. The dough comes together quickly in just 20 minutes, and with a brief 5-minute cooking time, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners. Whether rolled into silky fettuccine or rustic tagliatelle, this pasta serves as a stellar base for your favorite heart-healthy sauces and toppings. High in plant-based protein and naturally gluten-free, it’s a flavorful way to boost your nutrition without compromising on taste. Perfect for dietary flexibility, this homemade pasta pairs health-conscious ingredients with traditional culinary craftsmanship for a fresh, satisfying plate every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Red lentil flour
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the red lentil flour, tapioca starch, xanthan gum, and salt. Stir the dry ingredients until they are evenly mixed.

Step 2

Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and add the olive oil and water.

Step 3

Using a fork or your hands, gradually mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until a dough begins to form.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a well-floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more red lentil flour as needed.

Step 5

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the xanthan gum to hydrate, ensuring the dough is more pliable for rolling.

Step 6

Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin sheet, using either a pasta machine or a rolling pin, to a thickness of about 1/16 inch.

Step 7

Once rolled out, cut the dough sheets into desired pasta shapes, such as fettuccine or tagliatelle, using a sharp knife or a pasta cutter.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cut pasta and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the pasta is tender and floats to the top.

Step 9

Drain the pasta and rinse it briefly with cold water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite heart-healthy sauce or toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(638.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1552.6

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1233.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.0g
Protein 62.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174.1mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2306.0mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 65.5%