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High-Protein Lentil Tofu Recipe

Savory Lentil Tofu

Tender, savory lentils formed into slices perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 3 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 blender
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 Storage dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup red or yellow split lentils, soaked and blended
  • 3 cups water
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp curry powder or garam masala
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp  ground cumin

Instructions
 

  • Soak lentils for 2–3 hours.
  • Drain and blend until smooth, adding just enough water to create a batter like consistency
  • Combine lentil slurry, salt, and spices in a saucepan.
  • Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick like polenta.
  • Spread into a dish.
  • Chill until firm.
  • Cut into cubes or slices and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 3kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 301mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 129IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.5mg
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