Soft red lentils with cooked apple make a spoonable combination. The apple should be cored and fully softened, while the lentils should be cooked until no firm grains remain.
Rinse dry red lentils and simmer in water according to the pack until fully tender and breaking down.
Core and deseed the apple, peel if the skin is tough, and steam the pieces until they crush easily.
Blend the tender apple with the cooked lentils and a little safe water until moist and smooth. Cool before offering.
Check that the mixture has no hard apple bits or firm lentils. Serve on a spoon, adjusting thickness with safe liquid as needed.
Fully smooth.
Thicker mash.
Lentils are legumes and may trigger allergic reactions in some individuals; check any personal allergy guidance.
Cool promptly and refrigerate untouched portions covered. Reheat thoroughly and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.
Cool promptly and refrigerate untouched portions covered. Reheat thoroughly and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.
This guide is informed by current guidelines from leading health organizations:
