Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch of **Crispy Spiced Lentil Bites**, a flavorful plant-based snack that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly tender green or brown lentils are pan-fried until golden and crispy, then seasoned with an aromatic blend of cumin seeds, paprika, ground coriander, garlic powder, and a dash of freshly ground black pepper for a bold, savory finish. Garnished with vibrant coriander leaves, these protein-packed bites are ideal for snacking, topping salads, or serving as an appetizer. With a quick prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe delivers big flavor in just 40 minutes—making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser. **Lentil snacks**, **spiced appetizers**, and **healthy crispy bites** have never been so tempting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green or brown lentils
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and place them in a medium saucepan.
Add the 3 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the lentils simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.
Drain the lentils well and spread them out on a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds and toast for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cooked lentils to the skillet, spreading them in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes.
Stir the lentils and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until they begin to crisp up, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle the ground coriander, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the lentils and toss well to coat evenly.
Cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the lentils are crispy and well coated with the spices.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the lentils to cool slightly.
Transfer them to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Enjoy your crispy spiced lentil bites as a snack or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 908 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
