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Protein-Packed Red Lentil Flatbread

Gluten-Free, Vegan, Easy Recipe for Healthy, High-Protein, Flavorful Meals Anytime
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 4 flatbreads
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Non-stick skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread:

  • 1 cup red lentils, soaked
  • 1¼ cups water
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

Instructions
 

  • Soak the Lentils
    Rinse 1 cup of red lentils and soak them in water for 2–3 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
  • Blend the Batter
    Combine the soaked lentils, 1¼ cups water, chia seeds, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Let the Batter Rest
    Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes. The chia seeds will thicken the batter, giving the flatbread a perfect texture.
  • Heat the Skillet
    Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil.
  • Cook the Flatbread
    Pour a portion of batter onto the skillet and spread into a thin circle.
    Cook for 2–3 minutes until edges start to lift and the surface sets.
    Flip carefully and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
    Repeat with remaining batter, keeping cooked flatbreads warm in a towel.
  • Serve
    Enjoy warm with avocado, hummus, roasted vegetables, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Meal Prep Friendly: Prepare extra flatbreads and store or freeze them to enjoy throughout the week.
  • Allergen Check: If serving to guests, note whether they can have chia or flaxseeds.
  • Blender Tip: A high-speed blender ensures a silky-smooth batter, but a regular blender works if you blend longer and scrape down the sides.