Mediterranean Spiced Lentil Dip with Sun-dried Tomatoes
A Flavorful Appetizer with a Tangy Twist
This Mediterranean spiced lentil dip is rich in flavors and creamy in texture, perfectly complemented by zesty sun-dried tomatoes.
- 1 h 30 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Lentils
For the Spice Mix
For the Dip
For Garnishing
Preparation
Cooking the Lentils
Combine lentils
In a medium saucepan, combine lentils, water, and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Simmer until tender
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender. Drain any excess water and discard the bay leaf.
Do not overcook the lentils; they should be tender but not mushy.
Preparing the Spice Mix
Mix spices
In a small bowl, mix ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Toast the spices lightly in a dry pan to enhance their flavors before mixing.
Cooking Process
Blend the dip
Add cooked lentils, spice mix, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic into a blender. Blend until smooth.
Incorporate flavors
Season with salt and pepper, then fold in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Chill the dip
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Plating & Serving
Mediterranean Spiced Lentil Dip with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Mediterranean Spiced Lentil Dip with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Serve with swirls
Spoon the dip into a shallow bowl, creating swirls with the back of a spoon. Garnish with fresh parsley and pine nuts for added texture and visual appeal.