🌱 Red Lentil Crêpes

Gluten-free, protein-rich, and wonderfully versatile – your new favorite wrap or savory breakfast base.

These Red Lentil Crêpes are a true kitchen win. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and no flour at all, they’re naturally gluten-free, packed with plant protein, and full of flavor. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, oregano, and nutritional yeast, they bring a savory twist that works perfectly for wraps, savory fillings, or even a vegan brunch stack.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

• Non-stick frying pan

• Hand blender or high-speed blender

• Mixing bowl

• Spatula

• Measuring jug or kitchen scale

  
  

🧾 Ingredients

Makes 3–4 medium crêpes

• Red lentils: 100 g / 3.5 oz (dry, uncooked)

• Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon

• Paprika (sweet or smoked): 1 teaspoon

• Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon

• Nutritional yeast: 1 tablespoon

• Water: 200 ml / 7 fl oz

• Olive oil: for cooking

• Salt: to taste (optional)

  
  

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the lentilsPlace the red lentils in a bowl and cover with plenty of water. Let them soak for at least 8 hours (or overnight) until they are soft and slightly expanded.

2. Drain and blendDrain the lentils thoroughly and transfer them to a bowl or blender. Add 200 ml / 7 fl oz of fresh water, along with the garlic powder, paprika, oregano, nutritional yeast, and a pinch of salt (if using).

3. Blend until smoothUsing a hand blender or high-speed blender, blend the mixture until completely smooth and slightly runny—similar to pancake batter.

4. Preheat the panHeat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add a touch of olive oil to lightly grease the surface.

5. Cook the crêpesPour a thin layer of the batter into the pan, swirling gently to spread it out evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles form and the bottom is golden. Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 1–2 minutes.

6. Repeat and stackTransfer the finished crêpe to a plate, and repeat with the remaining batter. Add a little oil between each one if needed.

7. Serve hot or coldFill with your favorite savory toppings like sautéed veggies, hummus, avocado, or vegan cheese. Or stack them up for a high-protein breakfast!

   
   

🥞 Why you'll love these

• Naturally gluten-free and vegan

• Packed with fiber and protein

• Easy to prepare ahead and store

• Ideal for wraps, rolls, or brunch ideas

  
  

🌿 Pro Tips

• Add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to the batter for a tangy kick

• Add finely chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or chives) into the batter for freshness

• Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a dry pan

  
  

These Red Lentil Crêpes are the kind of recipe that makes you feel great — both while cooking and after eating. Healthy, delicious, and endlessly flexible.