Protein Lentil Bowl Recipe
You want something healthy, filling, and actually worth eating, so this Protein Lentil Bowl Recipe delivers balance without draining your patience.
Because bland “clean” meals feel suspicious, this hearty, colorful bowl brings protein, texture, and just enough personality to keep things interesting.
Protein Lentil Bowl Recipe
Hearty lentil bowl packed with plant protein and fresh ingredients
Ingredients
- Lentils dry: 1 cup
- Water: 3 cups
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic minced: 2 cloves
- Cucumber chopped: 1 cup
- Cherry tomatoes halved: 1 cup
- Carrots shredded: 1 cup
- Spinach: 1 cup
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Feta cheese optional: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Rinse lentils, then cook with water in a pot for 20 minutes until tender.
- Drain excess water and let lentils cool slightly.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté garlic briefly until fragrant.
- In a bowl, combine lentils, cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, and spinach.
- Add sautéed garlic oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then mix well.
- Top with feta if using and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 20g Vitamins & Minerals (per serving): Folate: 40%
Iron: 25%
Magnesium: 18%
Vitamin C: 20%
Potassium: 15% Additional Notes/Tips: Avoid overcooking lentils for better texture.
Add avocado for extra richness.
Chill for a fresher flavor profile.
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 20g Vitamins & Minerals (per serving): Folate: 40%
Iron: 25%
Magnesium: 18%
Vitamin C: 20%
Potassium: 15% Additional Notes/Tips: Avoid overcooking lentils for better texture.
Add avocado for extra richness.
Chill for a fresher flavor profile.
