Healthy & Easy Red Lentil Pizza Crust

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils (dry, rinsed and soaked for at least 3 hours)
• 0.5 cup water (for blending)
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp oregano (dried)
• 1 tsp olive oil (for greasing the pan)

Steps

1. 1

   Rinse 1 cup of dry red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Place the rinsed lentils in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak for at least 3 hours, or overnight.

3. 3

   Drain the soaked lentils and discard the soaking water.

4. 4

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

5. 5

   Transfer the drained lentils to a blender. Add 1/2 cup of fresh water, garlic powder, salt, and dried oregano.

6. 6

   Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and resembles a thick pancake batter.

7. 7

   Line a pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.

8. 8

   Pour the lentil batter onto the prepared pan and spread it out into a thin, even circle using the back of a spoon.

9. 9

   Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is firm.

10. 10

    Remove the crust from the oven. Flip it over carefully if you prefer a crispier bottom.

11. 11

    Add your desired pizza toppings (sauce, cheese, vegetables).

12. 12

    Return the pizza to the oven for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure the lentils are soaked for the full 3 hours. If the batter seems too thick to blend, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until it moves freely. This crust is naturally gluten-free and vegan.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pizza
• gluten-free
• vegan
• high-protein
• baked
• healthy