Crispy Roasted Lentils (Printable)
Golden, spice-coated lentils roasted until perfectly crisp for satisfying crunch
# What You'll Need:
→ Lentils
01 - 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils, well-drained and patted dry
→ Seasonings
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Ensure the cooked lentils are as dry as possible by patting them thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine lentils with olive oil, sea salt, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned lentils in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until lentils are golden brown and crunchy throughout.
06 - Let the roasted lentils cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They are impossibly crunchy without any of the guilt that comes with chips
- The seasoning possibilities are endless and they keep for days
02 -
- Wet lentils will never get crispy no matter how long you roast them
- Stirring halfway through prevents burning and ensures even crunchiness
03 -
- Use paper towels to really press the moisture out before seasoning
- Set a timer for halfway through because they go from perfect to burned quickly