Mediterranean Lentil Pâté with Roasted Red Peppers

Съставки

• Green or brown lentils1.5 cups
• Roasted red peppers (from a jar)1/2 cup, drained
• Onion1/2 medium, chopped
• Garlic2 cloves
• Tahini2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder1 teaspoon
• Olive oil2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice2 tablespoons
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Waterfor cooking lentils and adjusting consistency

Стъпки

1. 1

   Cook lentils in water until tender, about 25-30 minutes. Drain well.

2. 2

   While lentils cook, heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté the chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

3. 3

   In a food processor, combine the cooked lentils, drained roasted red peppers, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, tahini, cumin, and lemon juice.

4. 4

   Process until smooth. Add a little water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.

5. 5

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.

6. 6

   Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a swirl of tahini, or toasted sesame seeds. Serve with pita bread or crackers.