Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of this Vegan Lentil Delight, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Combining earthy lentils with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, this recipe is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. Ideal for meal prep or a cozy dinner, it’s sure to impress even the most discerning palates—your friends won’t believe it’s plant-based!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your veggies by dicing the onion and carrots, and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and carrots; cook for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in rinsed lentils, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook until well-coated.
- Add vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Fold in fresh spinach or kale until wilted before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (375g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Rinse lentils before cooking to remove any debris. - Feel free to experiment with seasonal vegetables or spices like turmeric for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.