Carrot, Walnut & Red Lentil Hummus

Name: Carrot, Walnut & Red Lentil Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 4 medium carrots, washed, ends trimmed, and cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 cup uncooked red lentils, thoroughly rinsed; 2 cups filtered water; 1/4 cup walnut pieces; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, tough stems removed, plus more for garnishing if desired; 2 tablespoons tahini; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled; 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 3/4 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt, plus more for seasoning the carrots; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; Chopped parsley, for garnishing (optional); Pepitas, for garnishing (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

Roasted carrots, lentils, and walnuts serve as the base for this creamy, nutritional powerhouse of a dip. This hummus offers a nice boost of protein thanksx to the lentils. Walnuts are a good source of plant-based omega-3s, vitamin E, and folate and are often hailed as one of the top brain-boosting foods.

Updated at: Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:55:40 GMT