Crispy High Protein Lentil Chips

Crispy High Protein Lentil Chips
These Crispy High Protein Lentil Chips are an irresistible plant-based snack, perfect for those who crave a healthy and satisfying treat. Made with blended red lentils and flavored with rosemary and lemon, these chips provide a great source of plant-based protein. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or a crunchy companion to your favorite dip, they are sure to become a staple in your healthy eating routine.

Ingredients

🥕 1 cup red lentils
💧 1 cup water for blending
🧂 3/4 - 1 teaspoon salt
🍋 Juice from 1 lemon
🌿 2 tablespoons dried rosemary
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1- Soak Lentils:

• In a glass bowl, soak 1 cup of red lentils in water for at least 3 hours.
• Ensure they are completely submerged.

2- Prepare Lentils:

• After soaking, strain the lentils using a metal mesh strainer.
• Remove excess water.

3- Blend Ingredients:

• In a Vitamix blender, combine the strained lentils with 1 cup of fresh water, salt, lemon juice, rosemary, and olive oil.
• Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.

4- Spread Batter:

• Line a dark metal baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Pour the lentil batter onto the paper and spread it thinly and evenly to the edges with a metal spoon.

5- First Bake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake the lentil sheet for 30 minutes.

6- Slice Chips:

• Remove the baking sheet from the oven.
• Use a pizza cutter with a black handle to slice the baked sheet into the desired shape, such as squares or triangles.

7- Second Bake:

• Place the sliced chips in a single layer on a metal wire rack.
• Return them to the oven and bake for another 30-35 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.

8- Serve:

• Let the chips cool slightly.
• Serve alone or with your choice of dip.

Prep Time: 3-4 hours (including soaking time)
Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes
Servings: Makes an entire sheet of chips; serving size may vary.

Calories: 880 whole recipe
Protein: 50g
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 108g
Fiber: 46g

Nutrition Facts (per entire batch): Approximately 50g of plant-based protein
Equipment:

• Glass bowl
• Metal mesh strainer
• Vitamix Blender
• Metal measuring cup
• Dark metal baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Metal spoon
• Pizza cutter with black handle
• Metal wire rack
• Oven

Cooking Tips

• Ensure lentils are thoroughly soaked and soft for a smoother batter.
• Spread the batter as thinly as possible for extra crispiness.
• Consider experimenting with additional seasonings like garlic powder or smoked paprika for varying flavors.

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Crispy High Protein Lentil Chips