🌱 Healthy Lentil Bread (Gluten-Free & Protein-Rich)
Soft, hearty, and made with simple ingredients — no flour needed! Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or a healthy snack 💚
📝 Ingredients
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1 cup dried red lentils (masoor dal)
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2 cups water (for soaking)
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2 eggs
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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1–2 tbsp sesame seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions (English)
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Soak the lentils:
Rinse lentils well and soak in water for at least 3–4 hours (or overnight). -
Blend:
Drain lentils completely.
Add to a blender with eggs, oil, yogurt, salt, garlic powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
Blend until smooth and thick. -
Prepare pan:
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a small loaf pan with parchment paper. -
Bake:
Pour batter into the pan.
Sprinkle seeds on top if using.
Bake for 30–40 minutes, until firm and golden. -
Cool before slicing:
Let it cool at least 15–20 minutes for clean slices.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes 👍 Replace eggs with 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water (let sit 5 minutes).
Q: Why is my bread dense?
A: Over-blending or too much moisture can make it heavy. Drain lentils well.
Q: Can I use other lentils?
A: Red lentils work best. Yellow lentils also work, but brown/green may taste stronger.