What is special about puy lentils?

These lentils have been grown in the region for over 2,000 years and it is said that they have gastronomic qualities that come from the terroir (in this case attributed to the area's volcanic soil). They are praised for their unique peppery flavor and the ability to retain their shape after cooking .

Quinoa is technically a seed , even though it is often referred to as pseudograin. It takes just 15 minutes to cook and is gluten-free. In addition, it is an excellent source of protein and iron. Green or brown lentils: Unlike red lentils, these lentils hold their shape when cooked.

What are Puy lentils called in the USA?

We're all about French lentils, because like the greatest boxers, lawyers, and internet trolls, they're thick-skinned. This means that these speckled, greenish-bluish-greyish orbs, also called green French lentils or lentilles du Puy, retain their shape when cooked and have a pleasant, poppy texture.

What is another name for Puy lentils?

While some use these terms interchangeably with French lentils, Puy lentils, or lentilles du Puy, are a lentil variety from a specific area of France. Grown in volcanic soil, the resulting Puy lentils have an even more peppery taste with a hint of earthy flavor.

Is there any downside to quinoa?

Allergy to other foods used as grains: Quinoa may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to foods used as grains , such as buckwheat, wheat, and rice. If you have allergies to grains, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before using quinoa.

Is quinoa a protein or carb?

Quinoa is considered a carbohydrate because it contains many carbs per serving. Although it contains some protein, the macronutrient distribution is closer to what you find in other grains and starches.

Which lentils are healthiest?

Urad dal or black lentil is one of the most nutritious pulses known to mankind. Low in fat and calories, Urad dal helps to improve digestion. With it being a rich source of protein and vitamin B3, it makes our bones stronger and is said to boost energy levels, enhance heart health and strengthen our nervous system.

What is the benefit of Puy lentils?

A 100g, cup of lentils will provide the diet with 60g carbohydrate, 31g dietary fibre and the merest trace of fat at 1g. Other vital nutrients found will include 122mg magnesium, 479mcg folate, 56mg calcium, 7.54mg iron, 122mg magnesium, 451mg phosphorus, 955 mg potassium and 4.78mg zinc.

Are Puy lentils better than green lentils?

Puy lentils: These grey-green lentils, grown in the French region of Le Puy, are often more expensive than other common cooking varieties and are thought to be superior in texture (which they retain after cooking) and taste .

Do you need to soak Puy lentils before cooking?

HOW TO COOK DRIED PUY LENTILS: There is no need to pre-soak Puy lentils . Simply follow these instructions to cook to perfection in under 30 minutes: Put the lentils in a sieve and rinse them for 20 seconds under cold running water.

What are the most flavorful lentils?

Black Beluga lentils have the most flavor, adding a rich, earthy taste and a firm texture that holds up well during cooking. Black lentils will be ready in 20–25 minutes; however, they will fall apart like their brown, green, and red partners once you cook them for too long.

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Delicious smoky Puy lentils on a bed of vibrant beetroot hummus and protein packed quinoa flatbreads. Super healthy and packed with flavour.

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Ingredients

1 red onion chopped roughly
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp caraway seeds
1 tsp smoked paprika
4 cloves garlic sliced
150 g dark green French or puy lentils rinsed
850 ml veg stock
1 tsp sea salt
Twist black pepper
Juice 1/2 lemon
1 -2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp toasted sunflower seeds
Pinch chilli flakes

For the quinoa flatbreads

125 g dried quinoa–rinsed and drained
450 g water
2 tbsp chia seeds
4 tbsp rice flour or flour of choice
1 tsp sea salt flakes
3 tbsp extra virgin olive
125 ml water

For the beetroot hummus

200 g of cooked beetroot/or 1 pack of organic vac packed beetroot
Juice of 1 lemon
1 garlic clove
1-2 tbs tahini
1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Handful of toasted walnuts or hazelnuts
1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
Sea salt & pepper

Instructions

To make the lentils

Add your oil and onion to a wide bottom pan and fry gently on a low heat for around 10 minutes until soft and browning. Add the garlic and spices and fry for 30 seconds more.
Next, add the lentils and stock, stir to combine. Bring to the boil then cook on a low heat for 35- 40 minutes.
Season with black pepper, salt and lemon juice–simmer for a further minute.
Turn off the heat and stir the toasted seeds & olive oil.

To make the quinoa flatbreads

Cook the quinoa on a medium heat with the water in a small pan until the water has absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy, make sure there’s no liquid left.
Add all the ingredients to the pan with the cooked quinoa and mix to combine. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Now add to a food processor and blitz until you everything is combined to a sticky ball.
Flour a chopping board well and scoop out 1/4 cups of the mix–roll into a ball, then shape into a small round flatbread on the chopping board. Be careful, it’s quite fragile, so you need quite a lot of flour to shape.
Scope up with a spatula and add one flatbread at a time to a heated griddle pan or frying pan and cook on each side up a little charred and cooked through. They should be quite springy.
Repeat.
Keep the flatbreads warm in a bowl under a clean cloth. Makes approx 8-10.

To make the hummus

If using pre cooked beetroot, drain the beetroots and then tip them into your food processor.
Add the garlic, lemon juice, tahini, cumin seeds, nuts and olive oil.
Blitz until smooth (approx 1 minute)
Season to taste

To serve

Serve the lentils on the beetroot hummus, scoop up with the flatbreads.

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6 Responses

Hello,
just to check: are you supposed to cook the lentils without a lid?
The beetroot hummus is fantastic!
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How wonderful this looks! The colours alone are awesome but this looks like my absolute dream dish. I love lentils and beetroot so much!
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1. So happy you like!
  Love, Niki xxx
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Made this tonight – or a variation on it as didn’t quite have all the ingredients. Delicious!!
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1. Fantastic!
  So happy you liked
  Love
  Niki xxx
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