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Lentil Lasagna Dip

This lentil lasagna dip is a hearty, comforting twist on classic lasagna—turned into a crowd-pleasing, scoopable appetizer. 
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Course: Appetizer
Keyword: cheesy, dips, lentil, protein rich
Servings: 4 -6 people

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup Onion chopped
  • 1½ tbsp Garlic finely chopped
  • 1 cup Lentils cooked
  • 2 cups Spinach chopped
  • 4 tbsp Cream cheese
  • ½ cup Ricotta
  • 1 tsp Chili flakes
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tbsp Italian seasonin
  • 2 tbsp parsley
  • ½ cup fresh basil sliced
  • 1 cup Marinara
  • 2 cups Mozarella cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉. Cook the lentils for about 25 minutes until it is tender with a little salt.
  • Heat oil in a pan, add the onion, garlic, peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes with salt.
  • Then add the lentils and spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the sautéed mixture, cream cheese, ricotta, chili flakes, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and parsley followed by parmesan, shredded mozarella, and marinara sauce. Reserve a little mozarella to top. Combine thoroughly.
  • Transfer to a 7x7 baking dish, top with the reserved mozarella cheese. Bake at 350℉ for 25 min until it is bubbly.
  • Serve warm with bread, pasta chips, or veggies.