Make and share this Red Lentil Puree recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Thorsten
Categories Grains
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water, lentils and thyme to boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes until lentils are soft and water is absorbed (for cooking time: refer also to package directions).
- Remove Thyme Sprigs and mash Lentils.
- Add salt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- Serve warm or cold. Decorate with black olives, capers, cherry tomatoes and onion rings.
- NOTE: Mirj suggested to add some lemon zest to the lentil puree. Thank you Mirj, I think this is a great idea to support a fresh note.
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Akash Suknanan
s@yahoo.comThis is my new go-to recipe for red lentil puree! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The puree is creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect base for a variety of toppings. I love serving it with roasted vegetables, grilled chi
Julius Juhne
julius@yahoo.comThis recipe was a total fail! The red lentil puree was lumpy and bland. I think I must have done something wrong, because it didn't turn out anything like the picture.
purple valckin
p_v@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of lentils, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The red lentil puree was creamy and delicious, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again!
Aguru Blessing
b_aguru@hotmail.co.ukThis red lentil puree is the perfect comfort food! It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love serving it with some toasted pita bread and a dollop of yogurt. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.
Waqas Kaif
kwaqas@gmail.comI was a bit disappointed with this recipe. The red lentil puree was bland and lacked flavor. I think I would have liked it better if I had used more spices or herbs.
Herman J. Mortimer
jherman@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The red lentil puree is so versatile, and it can be used in so many different ways. I've used it as a dip, a spread, and even a sauce. It's always delicious.
JARIF KHAN
k_j18@hotmail.comI made this red lentil puree for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. The puree was creamy and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again!
Desmond Cane
d@aol.comThis recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less chili powder.
Chion Zaddar
z@yahoo.comThis was my first time making red lentil puree, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and the results were spot-on. The puree was smooth and creamy, with a lovely balance of flavors. I served it with some grilled salmon and roasted
Linda Lesperance
l.linda73@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's so simple to make, and the results are always amazing. The red lentil puree is creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect base for a variety of toppings. I've tried it with roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, and навіть, fri
Abbas Abbasalibahadur
a13@hotmail.comEasy to make and delicious! I added a bit of chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice at the end, and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this again.
Dave Evans
e.d@hotmail.comThis red lentil puree was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with some more spices or herbs.
Pradeep babu
pradeep-babu38@gmail.comI've never been a big fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind! The red lentils cooked down until they were soft and creamy, and the spices added a delicious depth of flavor. I served it with some toasted pita bread and a dollop of yogurt, and
Zidde Adnan
a.z87@gmail.comThis red lentil puree was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was smooth and creamy. I especially loved the addition of the cumin and coriander, which gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma. I will definitely b