Lentil and Red Bell Pepper Dip

Name: Lentil and Red Bell Pepper Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil; 1 cup (250 ml) chicken broth; 1/2 cup (125 ml) red lentils, rinsed; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice; Salt and pepper

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Preparation 15 min
Cooking 20 min
Chilling 1 h
Servings 4
Makes about 430 ml (1 3/4 cups)

Nut-free
Lactose-free
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Egg-free

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Ingredients

- 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 cup (250 ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) red lentils, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- Salt and pepper

Preparation

- In a skillet over medium heat, soften the bell pepper and the garlic in the oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the broth, lentils and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Purée in a food processor. Adjust the seasoning. Let cool. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
- Serve as a dip with pita wedges (toasted or not) or crudités, or use in sandwiches.

Note from Ricardo

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