Red Lentils

The Hive’s Red Lentils should be everyone’s go-to for their daily protein intake. Best served in stews or soups, their complex carbohydrates and dietary fibres provides you with a lot of energy to burn while stabilising your blood sugar level. Red lentils are high in nutrients and low in calories, which makes them perfect for a satisfying yet filling meal!

Health Benefits:

• Reduce risk of heart diseases
• Improve digestion
• Boosts metabolism
• High in folic acid

Red Lentil Baked Falafel to Impress Your Dinner Party Guests

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked Red Lentils from the Hive
• 1 handful of fresh cilantro (leaves and stems)
• 1 handful of fresh parsley (leaves and stems)
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoon of flour
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of salt

Method:

• Place all the ingredients except flour into a food processor and blend until combined.
• Combine one tablespoon of flour at a time and mix together.
• Form into patties and bake in a pre-heated oven at 350°C for 20 minutes.
• Serve with warm pita bread and hummus.