Lunchtime Lentils!

• Lentils have incredible nutritional value by being rich in protein, fibre and complex carbohydrates. They are a good source of calcium, phosphorus, iron, B vitamins and folic acid. They are also low calorie, low fat and cholesterol free. If this isn't enough to make you want to eat them then nothing will!  Here is a super lentil recipe, that is guaranteed to give you a gradual, steady stream of energy throughout the day.

Serves 4

• Ingredients
• 2 cups of chickpeas, rinsed & drained
• 2 cups of lentils, rinsed & drained
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup coriander leaves
• 1 cup Tonic Superfoods Maca Powder
• 1 cup Tonic Superfoods Chia Seeds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 brown onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ground turmeric
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 2 eggs

Method

Heat olive oil in a frying pan & cook onion until it softens. 

Throw in the crushed garlic, turmeric and cumin & mix with the onion well.

Put the chickpeas, lentils, sunflower seeds, coriander, egg and onion mixture in a blender until it is a smooth texture.

Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl then add 2/3 cup of Maca Powder. Stir until well combined.

Place remaining Maca powder on a plate. Form chickpea mixture into 8-10 patties. 

Roll in Maca Powder until coated.

Shallow fry patties until golden brown.

Serve with some leafy greens & either mint yoghurt or avocado for the best lunch ever!


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