Lentil Bread

This lentil bread recipe is a revolutionary idea in the world of Bakery and Grains. This protein-based Lentil Bread is a gluten-free, high-protein, and nutrient-packed option for sandwiches and for snacking. The secret to the loaf is soaked lentils, which serve as its main ingredient and contain no flour or yeast.

You will be surprised how fluffy and hearty this bread can be, and when served with the creamy, rich Avocado Basil sauce, it is heavenly!

Our inspiration for this recipe was to have a gluten-free, keto, and healthy bread made without any flour or yeast. Thinking of removing such crucial ingredients can make the bread nearly impossible. But the sky is the limit. 

Even without flour and yeast, you can still have the hearty, crusty bread with the delicious flavor and texture. All you need are soaked lentils, eggs, cheese, and psyllium husk. All of these ingredients come together as a beautiful, crumbly loaf with a golden crust. 

We are adding extra flavoring and aromatics like dill, sesame seeds, and garlic to enhance the taste. And with our creamy and super delicious Avocado Basil sauce, this bread and dip experience is elevated.

Nevertheless, this Lentil bread is perfect for sandwiches or to serve as a table-side dish with a fancy dinner. Whether you're exploring gluten-free options or simply looking to add more plant-based protein to your diet, this innovative loaf is sure to become a beloved staple.

Ingredients’ Breakdown

For the Lentil Bread

• Dried lentils: We are using lentils as the base of the bread. It is crucial to soak the dried lentil for at least 6 hours to overnight for smooth blending and texture.
• Eggs: Eggs will work as a leavening agent. It also works as a binder and holds the shape of the dough.
• Water: Water helps in hydrating the ingredients and also helps in making the loaf airy and fluffy.
• Himalayan salt: A pinch of Himalayan salt enhances taste. You can also use regular table salt.
• Dried garlic: Dried garlic has a savory and sweet taste that resembles roasted garlic. It adds a bright flavor to the bread, making it flavorsome.
• Olive oil: Olive oil helps in baking the bread evenly without overpowering the taste. You can also use neutral vegetable oil.
• Psyllium husk: Psyllium husk is a stabilizer in the recipe. It absorbs moisture and acts as a natural binder, giving the bread a structure similar to gluten-based loaves.
• Mozzarella cheese: It adds moisture and creaminess to the bread. We are shredding the cheese by ourselves. You can use pre-shredded as well.
• Cheddar cheese: It gives the bread a distinctive, sharp, cheesy taste that makes it super savory. Again, we are shredding the cheese, but you can use pre-shredded ones too.
• Sesame seeds: Sesame seeds contribute subtle crunch and nuttiness. It also releases its oils when baking, giving the bread an extra buttery taste.
• Baking powder: Baking powder is a leavening agent. It helps in baking the bread fluffy and airy.
• Fresh dill: Dill has a hint of freshness and a herby flavor. We are finely chopping the dill to fully incorporate in the bread.

For the Avocado Basil Sauce

• Avocado: Avocado has a mild, creamy, and buttery flavor with subtle nutty or earthy notes. The key to making the perfect avocado sauce is to have ripe avocado. Unripe ones will be hard to mash and will not give a smooth texture. Overripe one will give a bitter and sour flavor with a stringy texture.
• Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt will work as the base of the sauce. It is creamy and has a slight sour and tangy flavor. It adapts the flavors of avocado quite well.
• Fresh basil: It has a sweet and herbaceous flavor with distinct notes of pepper. It's a great addition to the sauce and really complements the avocado.
• Garlic: It gives the spicy garlicky kick to the sauce that we absolutely love.
• Salt and black pepper: Of course, we need salt and pepper to avoid the sauce from tasting bland.
• Lemon juice: It adds a rich, citrusy, and tangy kick to the sauce. 
• Olive oil: Olive Oil adds richness and helps in emulsifying the ingredients into a thick, spreadable sauce.

Instructions

We highly recommend reading the recipe’s instructions thoroughly before starting. Make sure you have all of the ingredients measured out for every step in advance to make the recipe easier.

See the full preparation in the recipe card below with the complete instructions on how to prepare your kitchen and the ingredients, and then make this healthy Lentil Bread.