This delicious and creamy Nigella Lentil Hummus with Galbani Mozzarella Bruschetta is a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for a light meal or appetizer. Made with simple ingredients, it’s flavorful and versatile. The rich hummus paired with melted mozzarella on crispy toasted bread makes for a satisfying bite every time!
Ingredients Needed:
- 250 grams Galbani mozzarella
- 230 grams of pre-cooked green/puy lentils
- 1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds or fennel pollen
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 1 lemon
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- salt
- pepper
How To Make Lentil Hummus With Galbani Mozzarella Bruschetta?
- Prepare the Hummus: Add 60g tahini and the juice of half a lemon into a food processor. Add the precooked lentils and blitz. While blending, slowly drizzle in 90ml olive oil until the mixture turns smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and 5g fennel seeds.
- Prepare the Bruschetta: Griddle slices of good quality Italian bread or another crusty variety, drizzling them with olive oil.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the lentil hummus generously over the toasted bread slices. Tear the 250g Galbani mozzarella over the top.
- Grill: Place the topped bread under a hot grill until the mozzarella is melting and bubbly.
- Finish: Drizzle with a little more olive oil and garnish with finely chopped parsley before serving.
Recipe Tips:
- Use Fresh Mozzarella: Fresh Galbani mozzarella gives the best melt and flavor. Don’t substitute with pre-shredded cheese.
- Blitz the Hummus Well: For a smooth and creamy texture, make sure to blend the hummus long enough to break down all the lentils.
- Grill the Bread to Perfection: Toast the bread until it’s golden and crispy, but avoid over-grilling it, as it can become too hard to bite.
- Season to Taste: Adjust the salt, pepper, and fennel seeds in the hummus according to your taste for the best flavor balance.
- Use Quality Olive Oil: A good-quality olive oil makes all the difference in both the hummus and the bruschetta, adding richness and depth to the dish.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Allow leftovers to cool to room temperature. Then, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer at 160°C for 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is crispy and mozzarella is melted.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Potassium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 10g
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Nigella Lentil Hummus With Galbani Mozzarella Bruschetta
Description
This delicious and creamy Nigella Lentil Hummus with Galbani Mozzarella Bruschetta is a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for a light meal or appetizer. Made with simple ingredients, it’s flavorful and versatile. The rich hummus paired with melted mozzarella on crispy toasted bread makes for a satisfying bite every time!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the Hummus: Add 60g tahini and the juice of half a lemon into a food processor. Add the precooked lentils and blitz. While blending, slowly drizzle in 90ml olive oil until the mixture turns smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and 5g fennel seeds.
- Prepare the Bruschetta: Griddle slices of good quality Italian bread or another crusty variety, drizzling them with olive oil.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the lentil hummus generously over the toasted bread slices. Tear the 250g Galbani mozzarella over the top.
- Grill: Place the topped bread under a hot grill until the mozzarella is melting and bubbly.
- Finish: Drizzle with a little more olive oil and garnish with finely chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use Fresh Mozzarella: Fresh Galbani mozzarella gives the best melt and flavor. Don’t substitute with pre-shredded cheese.
- Blitz the Hummus Well: For a smooth and creamy texture, make sure to blend the hummus long enough to break down all the lentils.
- Grill the Bread to Perfection: Toast the bread until it’s golden and crispy, but avoid over-grilling it, as it can become too hard to bite.
- Season to Taste: Adjust the salt, pepper, and fennel seeds in the hummus according to your taste for the best flavor balance.
- Use Quality Olive Oil: A good-quality olive oil makes all the difference in both the hummus and the bruschetta, adding richness and depth to the dish.
Nigella Lentil Hummus With Galbani Mozzarella Bruschetta