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Savory Red Lentil Muffins

🇺🇸 United States

Servings: 6 muffins Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 25 minutes Total: 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry red lentils
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp whole flax seeds, ground
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Steps

  1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly, then soak in plenty of water for at least 2 hours.
  2. Drain the lentils and blend with fresh water and garlic in a high-speed blender until smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F). Transfer the batter to a bowl and stir in salt, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, turmeric, and nutritional yeast.
  4. Grind the flax seeds and add them to the batter.
  5. Grate the carrot and chop the chives, then add to the bowl along with baking powder, baking soda, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine.
  6. Transfer the batter to a parchment-lined muffin tin.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden.
  8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Source: elavegan.com