Red Lentil Flatbread Pizza Crust (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

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Last Updated on 04/24/2020

An easy, healthy and delicious high-fiber & high-protein gluten-free and vegan flatbread pizza crust made with just a few simple ingredients! As an added bonus, this delicious red lentil pizza crust can also be used to make lentil chips, tortillas and crackers !

This beautiful flat bread packs a major protein & fiber punch; as well a supplying a hearty amount of potassium, calcium, and zinc, too!

Super easy to make, and with a very neutral, yet delicious flavor that complements pretty much any topping you can think of, this flatbread makes a wonderfully healthy staple to any diet.

It tastes great served cold or warm, and makes an excellent pizza crust as well!

This Red Lentil Pizza Crust is:

• Ridiculously simple and easy to make.

• Super healthy & wholesome.

• Rich in fiber, protein, folate, copper, potassium, and iron.

• Filling and satisfying.

• Gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, yeast-free, nut-free, sugar-free.

Tips for making Red Lentil Flatbread Pizza Crust:

• In a pinch, if you have a good quality high-speed blender or food processor, you can get away with soaking the lentils for a minimum of three hours (if you’re short on time).

• This is a versatile recipe. You can omit the garlic and/or add any variety of spices you would like to the batter before baking.

• Do you want a softer flatbread-like crust? Follow the instructions in the recipe card.

• Do you want a firmer crust? Use 6 tablespoons of water instead of 1/2 cup before blending and bake for 25-30 minutes.

• This delicious lentil pizza crust can be enjoyed warm or cold!

• This red lentil flatbread is also great served without toppings alongside soup, chili, salad, or dips.

• This lentil pizza flatbread pizza crust has a rather neutral flavor and can accommodate a variety of toppings and flavors.

• You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Re-heat in a 400 degree oven until warmed throughout

What else can I make with this Red Lentil Flatbread Pizza Crust batter?

I’ll let you in on a little secret: this batter can be use to make Red Lentil Tortillas, Red Lentil Chips AND Red Lentil Crackers! Pretty cool, eh?

How to make Red Lentil Tortillas:

• Follow all recipe instructions up to blending the batter.

• Heat a greased skillet over medium heat.

• Pour red lentil batter in a thin layer to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes or firming up.

• Flip. Cook 2-3 minutes longer. Set aside, and continue with remaining batter. Enjoy!

How to make Red Lentil Chips:

• Follow all instructions up to blending the batter.

• Spread the batter more thinly than you would for pizza crust (1/4-1/8”). Follow remaining instructions.

• Remove the flatbread from the oven and slice into chip shape(s) of your choice.

• Brush the chips with oil and return to the oven. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until very firm, crisp and turning golden.

• Let cool before serving! Enjoy.

How to make Red Lentil Crackers:

• Follow all recipe instructions up to blending the batter.

• Instead of spreading the batter pizza crust-thin, you’re going to spread it more thinly (1/8-1/4”).

• Follow remaining instructions except bake for 15 minutes. Remove and score the flatbread into the cracker(s) shape of your choice. Place back in the oven and bake 5-10 minutes or until firm and turning golden.

• Let cool completely before breaking up (along score lines) into crackers. Enjoy!

What to serve with Red Lentil Flatbread:

Spicy Cilantro Avocado Hummus (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

Sunny Spring Pea & Basil Vegan Pesto (Gluten-Free)

Cheesy Vegan Walnut Pesto (Gluten-Free)

Creamy Beet Hummus (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

The Most Delicious Cilantro Pesto (Gluten-Free)

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Red Lentil Flatbread Pizza Crust (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

An easy, healthy and delicious high-fiber & high-protein gluten-free and vegan flatbread pizza crust made with just a few simple ingredients! As an added bonus, this delicious red lentil pizza crust can also be used to make lentil chips, tortillas and crackers !

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Course: Appetizers, Entrées, Vegan

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Additional Time: 6 hours

Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes

Servings: 10

Author: Kristen Wood

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup red lentils soaked overnight
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Olive oil

Instructions

• Place your lentils in a lidded jar or bowl & cover with water.
• Soak overnight, or at least 6 hours.
• Drain & rinse your lentils.
• Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
• Place soaked lentils & 1/2 cup water in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
• Add garlic, salt, and baking powder. Blend well.
• Drizzle your parchment lined cookie sheet with olive oil.
• Pour your flatbread batter onto your parchment paper & spread with the back of a spatula into desired shape, about 1/4-1/2″ thick. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until firm and edges are beginning to turn golden.
• Top with desired toppings* and eat as is, or place under a broiler for a few minutes for warm/melted toppings.
• Enjoy!

Notes

*Toppings as shown: my Cilantro Pesto, mixed greens, shaved carrot,salt + pepper, feta cheese.

Looking for more pizza ideas? See our post for 8 Gluten-Free Pizza Crust Recipes You Must Try!

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

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