high protein flourless dinner rolls
Level
Easy
Cooking Time
30 min
Serves
9
Published April 1, 2024
by Dr. Stephanie Gray, DC
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You will never believe these high protein, super high in fibre dinner rolls are made from red lentils. You honestly cannot tell. I promise they don’t taste like lentils! These dinner rolls are a very good substitute for standard bread rolls.
The problem with alot of gluten free bread recipes is that they are made from nut flours. I wanted to create a nut free dinner roll recipe that would allow those with nut allergies or sensitivities to have. While I used two eggs to make these buns, the recipe will work without eggs. They are just slightly less fluffy without the egg.
These buns are easy to make and the recipe is gluten free, dairy free, nut free with egg free option. Each bun has 16 grams of fibre and 14 grams of protein.
If you like this dinner roll recipe, try these other gluten free/flourless bread recipes:
Flourless Orange Cranberry Loaf
What equipment do you need?
You will need a food processor to make these dinner rolls. The mixture is too thick for a blender.
You also need a large baking sheet. A cookie dough scoop or a large spoon is needed to help shape your dinner rolls.
What ingredients do you need?
- 2 cups dried red lentils soaked overnight
- 1/2 cup psyllium husk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1.25 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
How to Store Flourless Dinner Rolls
Store dinner rolls in a large zip-lock bag or in an airtight container. They can be left on the counter for 2-3 days before they need to be refrigerated. Eat within 5-7 days for freshness.
These dinner rolls will freeze well.
High Protein Flourless Dinner Rolls
Equipment
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1 Large baking sheet
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1 food processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried red lentils soaked overnight
- 1/2 cup psyllium husk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1.25 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Soak the Lentils minimum 4 hrs
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Soak the Lentils overnight: Transfer the dry lentils to a medium mixing bowl and add water to cover. Let them soak for at least 4 hours, overnight if possible.
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Rinse Lentils: After soaking, drain lentils into a mesh sieve and discard the water. Rinse lentils under a running tap.
Making the Dinner Rolls
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When you’re ready to make your loaves, preheat the oven to 350 F.
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Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
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Process: Add red lentils, psyllium husk, eggs, olive oil, water, salt, and baking soda to a food processor. Pour the apple cider vinegar directly over the baking soda. You will get a bubbling reaction which will help your rolls rise.
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Process the ingredients in the food processor until smooth.
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Use a large spoon to scoop out about 1/3 cup of dough. Roll into a ball and place on your baking sheet. Put a little olive oil on your hands if the dough is really sticky. Leave about 2 inches between each ball.
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Bake in pre-heated oven for about 30 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition
I’m a doctor of chiropractic, with a special interest in nutrition. I am passionate about healthy eating and using food to heal thyself. Food should be made in a kitchen not a factory. I believe in eating whole foods, keeping processed foods to a minimum. It is my goal to show you that eating healthy and cooking at home can be simple and very rewarding! All of my recipes are naturally gluten-free.