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.