Description

Lentil Bruschetta is a delightful dish featuring creamy lentil dip atop golden, toasted bread. With crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon, it’s the ideal choice for a quick dinner or healthy snack. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking homemade goodness.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cup (1 can) cooked green lentils, drained
¼ cup crumbled feta
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
½ tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon pepper, or to taste
6 slices of bread (ciabatta or artisanal bread)

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Instructions

In a salad bowl, mash half of the cooked lentils with a spoon or fork.
Mix in the crumbled feta, chopped parsley, chopped onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and arrange the bread slices on a baking tray.
Toast the bread in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden and slightly crispy, watching closely to prevent burning.
Optional: Rub each toasted slice with a garlic clove before topping with lentil dip.
Serve the bruschetta at room temperature.

Notes

For added flavor, include minced garlic in the lentil dip.
Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite herbs or spices.
Serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 10mg