Description
Rustic lentil rosemary flatbread brings Mediterranean simplicity to your kitchen table. Mediterranean herbs and hearty lentils combine in this delightful bread perfect for sharing with friends and savoring each wholesome bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) red lentils
- 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) water
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Immerse red lentils in water, allowing them to soften and hydrate for 2-3 hours, then thoroughly drain to prepare for blending.
- Transfer softened lentils into a blender, incorporating fresh water, finely chopped rosemary, salt, and ground black pepper, processing until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly coating the surface with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor profile.
- Carefully ladle the lentil batter into the heated pan, using smooth circular motions to distribute the mixture evenly across the cooking surface.
- Monitor the flatbread’s transformation, observing the edges as they gradually lift and firm up, signaling the first side is cooking perfectly, which typically takes 2-3 minutes.
- Gently flip the flatbread using a wide spatula, revealing a golden-brown surface, and continue cooking the opposite side for an additional 2 minutes until achieving a uniform, appetizing color.
- Remove the flatbread from the pan, allowing it to cool slightly before slicing or serving alongside complementary accompaniments like creamy hummus, rich avocado spread, or zesty olive tapenade.
Notes
- Soaking lentils helps break down phytic acid, making them easier to digest and more nutrient-accessible.
- Ensure your rosemary is fresh and finely chopped to distribute evenly throughout the batter for maximum flavor impact.
- Using a non-stick pan prevents sticking and creates a perfectly crisp exterior without excess oil.
- For gluten-free and protein-packed variation, stick to this recipe as it naturally meets those dietary requirements without modification.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg