Southwest Baked Lentil Dip – Lentils.org

Southwest Baked Lentil Dip

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June 28, 2022

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  • Prep: 20 Minutes
  • Cook: 20 Minutes

  • 20 Minutes

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  • Yields: 10
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a food processor, add lentils, cream cheese, and sour cream and pulse to combine. Add jalapeño, garlic, cumin, coriander, lime juice, and queso fresco and blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer dip to an oven-safe skillet and top with shredded cheeses. Bake until warmed through and cheese is melted, approximately 10-15 minutes.
  4. Garnish dip with tomatoes, red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Serve warm with chips.

Ingredients

2 lbs (1 kg) whole red lentils, cooked and drained

½ cup (125 mL) low-fat cream cheese

½ cup (125 mL) low-fat sour cream

2 Tbsp (30 mL) jalapeno, seeds removed and roughly chopped

2 Tbsp (30 mL) garlic, roughly chopped

1 tsp (5 mL) cumin

1 tsp (5 mL) coriander, ground

1 Tbsp (15 mL) lime juice

½ cup (125 mL) queso fresco, crumbled

½ cup (125 mL) Monterey jack cheese, shredded

1 cup (250 mL) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup (250 mL) grape tomatoes, halved

½ cup (125 mL) red onion, minced

½ cup (125 mL) cotija cheese, crumbles

2 Tbsp (30 mL) cilantro, minced

tortilla chips, for serving

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size3/4 cup (175 mL)
Calories280
Sodium560 mg
Potassium403 mg
Protein18 g
Cholesterol40 mg
Sugar4 g
Total Fat14 g
Saturated Fat8 g
Total Carbohydrates24 g
Dietary Fiber8 g