Chard Wraps With Miso &Tahini Lentil Spread

Makes 6-8 wraps (depending on size of leaves)

This recipe has a few steps, and the end result is worth the effort. The Miso & Tahini Lentil spread on it’s own is delicious and when combined with the rice into the steamed chard leaves, makes for a lovely side dish or a well rounded, vegetarian meal.

NOTE: This recipe calls for one cup of cooked white basmati rice. You will need to cook the rice as part of your meal prep.

Miso & Tahini Lentil Spread

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup red lentils (soaked overnight)

• 3/4 cup water (add more water while cooking as needed)

• 1 Tbsp. sesame tahini

• juice of 1/2 a lemon or lime

• 1 1/2 Tbsp. miso paste dissolved in 1 Tbsp. hot water

• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder

• 1/2 tsp. coriander powder

• 1/2 tsp. cumin powder

• 1/2 tsp. fennel powder

• 1/4 tsp. ginger powder

Cooking Process:

1. Drain and rinse the lentils that were soaking.

2. Place water and lentils in a medium pot, and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that rises to the top.

3. Add the spices and simmer on low heat, covered, for about 30-40 minutes.

4. When the lentils are soft and fully cooked, remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.

5. Add tahini, miso, and lemon/lime.

6. Mix with an emersion hand blender for a creamier texture or a fork for a rougher texture. Add water as needed for desired texture.

Chard Wraps

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked white basmati rice

• Miso & Tahini Lentil Spread

• 4-6 large chard leaves

Cooking Process:

1. Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a large pot with steaming basket inside.

2. Cut the stems away from the chard leaves.

3. Place chard leaves inside steaming basket and cover the pot.

4. Steam on medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes.

5. Remove the leaves from the pot with tongs.

Making The Wraps:

1. Flatten one chard leaf on a clean, dry surface.

2. Spread 1-2 Tblsp. rice and 1-2 Tblsp. lentils in the center of the leaf, in a rectangular shape.

3. Fold in the two short ends, then roll.