High-protein lentil pancakes

High-protein lentil pancakes with red lentils, egg, skyr and protein powder: a hearty, simple recipe with plenty of protein and a soft, delicate texture.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 10 min
• Cooking time: 15 min
• Total time: 25 min
• Calories: 350 kcal per serving
• Protein: 32 g
• Fat: 5 g
• Carbs: 42 g

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 100g dried red lentils
• 150g natural skyr or vanilla low-fat quark
• 1 handful of morello cherries
• 1 splash of water
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 dollop of solid coconut oil
• 1 tbsp vanilla whey or vegan protein powder (unsweetened)

Method

You’ll need: frying pan · blender · sieve · spatula

1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly, soak them in cold water and then drain. That way they blend more finely.
2. Put the lentils into a blender with the egg, protein powder, baking powder and a splash of water. Blend until smooth – the batter should be on the thick side.
3. Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and melt the coconut oil in it. Add the batter in portions.
4. Cook the pancakes until the edges look dry and the underside is golden brown. Then flip them carefully and cook the second side.
5. Cook the rest of the batter the same way. If it gets too firm, stir in a little water to make it creamy again.
6. Serve the pancakes with skyr or vanilla low-fat quark. Warm cherries go well with them.

Good to know

When you're short on time, these pancakes are a real pleasure. They're easy to make ahead and taste especially good warm.

Swaps

Natural skyr → low-fat quark (similar protein content, often a little creamier); vanilla low-fat quark → natural skyr with real vanilla (usually less sugar, simpler ingredient list); coconut oil → ghee (heat-stable, with small amounts of fat-soluble vitamins); vanilla whey → vegan protein powder (dairy-free)

Allergens

Contains egg and milk (skyr or quark, and whey if you use it); protein powder can contain other allergens, so check the label. Suitable for children in small portions; fine in pregnancy as long as the egg is cooked right through. Contains: milk.

Frequently asked questions

Which nutrients does the egg add to this recipe?

Egg provides protein plus choline, selenium and smaller amounts of fat-soluble vitamins. The yolk also naturally contains some vitamin D.

Is skyr nutritionally different from low-fat quark?

Both provide plenty of protein, plus calcium, with little fat. Skyr often tastes a little milder and fresher, while low-fat quark is usually a bit denser.

How useful is protein powder in the pancakes?

It mainly increases the protein content and, depending on the type, adds flavour. Anything beyond that depends heavily on the product, so it's worth checking the ingredient list and whether it's sweetened.

What should I know about coconut oil, nutritionally?

Coconut oil is heat-stable and consists mainly of saturated fat. It works well in the pan here, but like any fat, it's best used with care.