Golden, crispy flatbreads stuffed with spiced lentils, garlicky spinach, and Mediterranean herbs—hearty, high-fiber, and incredibly satisfying.
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 4–6 flatbreads)
🫓 Dough (soft + crispy base)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- ¾ cup warm water (adjust as needed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder (optional for softness)
🥬 Spinach filling
- 3 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
🥣 Lentil filling
- 1 cup cooked brown or green lentils
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp coriander powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
🧀 Optional add-ins (for extra flavor)
- ¼ cup feta cheese (or vegan feta)
- Fresh parsley or dill
- Yogurt or tahini for serving
🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Add warm water and olive oil gradually.
- Knead for 6–8 minutes until soft and smooth.
- Cover and rest for 20–30 minutes.
2. Cook lentil filling
- Heat olive oil in a pan.
- Add onion and sauté until soft.
- Add cooked lentils, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes, then finish with lemon juice.
- Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Cook spinach filling
- In a pan, heat olive oil and garlic.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (2–3 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and chili flakes.
- Remove excess moisture if needed.
4. Assemble flatbreads
- Divide dough into 4–6 equal balls.
- Roll each into a thin circle.
- Add spinach + lentil filling in the center.
- Optional: add feta for creaminess.
- Fold into half-moon or seal like a stuffed pocket.
- Press edges firmly.
5. Cook until crispy
Pan-fry method (best results):
- Heat a skillet with a little olive oil.
- Cook each flatbread 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Air fryer method:
- Lightly brush with oil.
- Air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 8–10 minutes.
6. Serve
- Slice and serve warm with yogurt, garlic dip, or tahini sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
💛 Tips
- Don’t overfill or flatbreads may tear.
- Let fillings cool before stuffing for easier sealing.
- Roll dough thin for extra crispiness.
- Add feta for a creamy Mediterranean twist.
🌿 Why you’ll love it
- High fiber + plant-based protein
- Crispy outside, soft flavorful filling
- Mediterranean-style healthy comfort food
- Great for meal prep or lunch boxes
