High Protein Homemade Red Lentil Pasta
Discover the ultimate blend of nutrition and flavor with our High Protein Homemade Red Lentil Pasta recipe, perfect for health-conscious pasta lovers seeking a hearty, gluten-free alternative. This easy-to-make dish swaps traditional wheat flour for protein-packed red lentil and chickpea flours, delivering a satisfying, nutrient-rich base for any sauce or topping. With just five simple ingredients—red lentil flour, chickpea flour, olive oil, water, and a touch of salt—this fresh pasta is kneaded to perfection, rolled out to your desired thickness, and ready to serve in under 45 minutes. Lightly chewy with a sublimely nutty flavor, this homemade pasta elevates every meal while catering to vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein dietary needs. Serve it with your favorite marinara, pesto, or creamy sauce for a wholesome, gourmet experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Red lentil flour
- 0.75 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Chickpea flour
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the red lentil flour, chickpea flour, and salt. Stir together until well mixed.
Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the olive oil and water.
Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the liquid until a dough starts to form.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Add a little more chickpea flour if the dough is sticky.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 20 minutes. This allows the flour to fully hydrate and makes the dough easier to roll out.
After resting, divide the dough into four equal portions. Keep the portions you're not currently working with covered to prevent them from drying out.
Using a rolling pin or pasta machine, roll out each portion to your desired thickness. For a fettuccine-like thickness, roll to about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut the rolled-out dough into your preferred pasta shape using a knife or pasta cutter.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the cut pasta and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the pasta floats to the top and is tender.
Drain the pasta and serve it immediately with your favorite sauce or toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.1 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1035 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.6 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 75.9 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 2856 mg | 61% | |
*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.
