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Vegan Lentil "Tuna" Spread
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This Vegan Lentil "Tuna" Spread makes a super easy lunch that's high in protein and rich in flavor. Beginner-friendly!
Course
Sandwich
Cuisine
vegan
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
30
minutes
mins
Cooling time
30
minutes
mins
Total Time
20
minutes
mins
Servings
2
Ingredients
Lentil "Tuna" Salad
2
cup
lentils
(cooked)
1
head
yellow onion
(finely chopped)
2
clove
garlic
(small)
4
tsp
mustard
4
tbsp
oil
1
tsp
salt
1
tsp
black pepper
ground
Sandwich
4
slices
whole wheat bread
toasted
1/3
medium
cucumber
sliced
1
cup
spinach
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a medium pan, then add the onion and caramelize. Add the lentils, salt and pepper.
Stir the mixture on medium heat for 5 minutes or less. When you're done, add the mustard and garlic at the end.
When you're done, let the mixture cool 5 minutes, then put it in a food processor and blend for 30 seconds or until you reach the desired consistency.
Place your spread in the fridge for 20 minutes.
Serve on baguette slices or in a sandwich with a few slices of fresh cucumber.
Enjoy!