This Trader Joe’s style Lentil Dip is a creamy and savory recipe, which is made with earthy lentils and sweet sun-dried tomatoes. It’s the perfect healthy appetizer, a quick and easy dip that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joe’s Lentil Dip Ingredients
A simple, wholesome list for a perfect, easy dip or spread.
- 1 (15 oz) can or cooked lentils, rinsed and drained
- 10 sun-dried tomatoes (about 3 oz or 95 g)
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- The juice of one lemon
How To Make Trader Joe’s Lentil Dip
A step-by-step guide to this incredibly simple, no-cook dip.
- Combine Ingredients: Place all the ingredients—the rinsed and drained lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, tahini, water, tamari, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice—into a food processor or a high-powered blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until the dip is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Serve or Store: Serve the dip immediately, or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
Recipe Tips
For the most flavorful, perfectly creamy lentil dip.
- How to get the smoothest dip? A high-powered blender or food processor is key. Let it run for a full minute or two to ensure the lentils and sun-dried tomatoes are completely broken down. If the dip is too thick to blend smoothly, you can add another tablespoon of water or olive oil to help it along.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Absolutely! This dip is a perfect make-ahead appetizer or snack. The flavors will actually get even better as it sits in the refrigerator. It’s a great recipe for meal prepping.
- What kind of lentils are best? Canned brown or green lentils are the easiest and work perfectly for this recipe. Their soft texture blends into a wonderfully creamy dip.
- Do I need to use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes? You can use either oil-packed (drained) or dry-packed. If you use the dry-packed kind, it’s a good idea to soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften them up before adding them to the blender.
What To Serve With Lentil Dip
Perfect pairings for this versatile and healthy dip.
This savory and satisfying dip is a fantastic and healthy alternative to hummus. It’s perfect for:
- Scooping up with pita chips, tortilla chips, or sturdy crackers
- Serving with an assortment of fresh vegetable sticks, like carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and celery
- Using as a healthy and flavorful spread on sandwiches and wraps
- As part of a larger Mediterranean-style meze platter
How To Store Lentil Dip
Keeping your homemade dip fresh.
- Refrigerate: Store the lentil dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To keep it extra fresh, you can pour a thin layer of olive oil over the top before sealing the container. It will stay delicious for up to a week.
Trader Joe’s Lentil Dip Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving.
- Calories: 207kcal
- Carbohydrates: 33.8g
- Protein: 13.3g
- Fat: 3g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes! As written, this recipe is completely vegan and plant-based.
To ensure it is gluten-free, simply use a certified gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos instead of a standard soy sauce.
Tahini (sesame paste) adds a classic, nutty richness and creaminess. If you don’t have it, you can substitute it with a tablespoon of creamy cashew or almond butter for a similar texture, though the flavor will be different. You can also simply omit it.
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Trader Joe’s Lentil Dip Recipe
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servings5
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kcalAn easy, healthy, and incredibly flavorful copycat recipe for Trader Joe’s Lentil Dip. This creamy, no-cook dip with sun-dried tomatoes is ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
1 (15 oz) can lentils, rinsed and drained
10 sun-dried tomatoes (about 3 oz)
2 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
The juice of one lemon
Directions
- Place all the ingredients—drained lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, tahini, water, tamari, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice—into a food processor or a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the dip is completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately with pita chips or fresh vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- A high-powered blender will give you the smoothest, creamiest texture.
- For the best flavor, make this dip a day in advance to allow all the flavors to meld together.
- To keep the dip fresh in the fridge, pour a thin layer of olive oil over the surface before sealing the container.
- This is a perfect make-ahead dip for parties or for healthy snacking throughout the week.
