Spicy Lentil Flatbreads

Name: Spicy Lentil Flatbreads
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 400 g Ready-rolled pizza dough; 100 g Roasted red peppers (jarred); 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 1 tbsp Lemon; 150 g Red lentils; 20 g Fresh Coriander; 10 g Fresh mint; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 0.25 tsp Black Pepper; 1 tsp Cumin Powder; 1 tsp Paprika powder; 0.5 tsp Salt; 2 clove Garlic clove; 1 pcs Onion

45 min

4 servings

Medium

These vibrant, spiced lentil flatbreads offer a delicious vegan alternative, combining tender lentils with aromatic spices and a crispy base for a satisfying meal.

Steps

Cook the red lentils in plenty of water according to package instructions until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well and set aside.

While the lentils cook, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then sauté the onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Stir in the tomato paste, chopped roasted red peppers, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen the flavors. Season with half of the salt and black pepper.

Combine the cooked lentils with the sautéed pepper mixture. Stir in the freshly chopped coriander and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and pepper as needed.

Preheat your oven to 220°C (fan-assisted). Unroll the pizza dough and divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin, oval flatbread. Spread an even layer of the lentil filling over each flatbread, leaving a small border. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the topping is slightly crisp.

Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh mint. Garnish the warm lentil flatbreads generously with the sliced red onion and fresh mint before serving.