Healthy Lentil Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 220 g lentils (preferably red or green)
• 2 tablespoons flax seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt (to taste)
• 2 tablespoons psyllium seeds (or psyllium husk)
• 350 ml water
• 30 ml olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lentils:
   Rinse the lentils well under cold water. Soak them in 350 ml water for at least 4 hours or overnight until they are soft and have absorbed most of the water.
2. Blend the Ingredients:
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). After soaking, drain any excess water from the lentils. Place the lentils in a blender or food processor, and add the flax seeds, ground coriander, turmeric, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
3. Add Psyllium Seeds & Rest:
   Stir in the psyllium seeds (or psyllium husk) into the lentil mixture. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the psyllium to absorb some moisture and thicken the mixture.
4. Mix the Liquids:
   Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the lentil mixture. Stir well to combine everything evenly.
5. Shape the Dough:
   Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, or lightly grease it with olive oil. Pour the lentil batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake:
   Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
   Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Tips:

• You can add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
• Serve it toasted with avocado or a spread of your choice.

This bread is gluten-free, full of fiber, and packed with protein from lentils and flax seeds.