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Lentil Walnut Spread
Lentil Walnut Spread
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Lentils and walnuts both contribute to the creamy texture of this savory spread. Enjoy it with vegetables or as a sandwich spread. 

  • Servings: 8
  • Prep Time: 10m
  • Cook Time: 60m
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Low Calorie Vegetarian Quick Chef Collection
Ingredients

1 cup dry lentils

1/2 cup California walnuts, chopped

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Salt and black or red pepper to taste

Directions
  1. Wash the lentils, cover with cold water, bring to a boil, and cook until soft, about 1 hour. 
  2. Drain the lentils and combine with the remaining ingredients in a food processor. Blend until smooth, adding water as necessary to achieve a spreadable consistency. 

From the book Eating Well for Optimum Health by Andrew Weil, M.D. © 2000 by Andrew Weil, M.D. Published in arrangement with Alfred A. Knopf, a division of Random House, Inc.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 135
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 30 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 7 g