Spicy Red Lentil Dip / dairy/gluten free / vegan

Super easy and delicious red lentil dip with fragrant Indian spices.  This red lentil dip is really filling, and it’s nice and warming, especially in this cold weather !  Crackers were nice for dipping, but you could also serve it with pita bread, pita chips, or even veggies.

Prep Time 5 minutes    Cook Time 20 minutes    Total Time 25 minutes   Servings 6    Calories 111 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils picked over and rinsed
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
  
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• crackers for serving

Instructions

1. Place the red lentils and enough water to cover them by one inch in a sauce pan.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low.
   
3. Cook until soft, about 15-20 minutes.
   
4. If there is any excess water left, drain off.
   
5. Mash the lentils with a fork (they should be very soft already).
6. Add the spices, and stir.
   
7. Serve dip warm with crackers.