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Easy 20-Minute One Pot Lentils

Savory Easy 20-Minute One Pot Lentils for a Cozy Meal

This Easy 20-Minute One Pot Lentils is a comforting, nutritious, and quick vegan dish perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentils
  • 1 cup Dry Brown Lentils Soak for 10-15 minutes to reduce gas and enhance digestibility.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any vegetable oil.
For the Aromatics
  • 0.5 cup Onion, chopped Shallots work well as a milder alternative.
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a quicker option.
For the Spices
  • 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric Curry powder can substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can be an alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs could be used instead.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary preferences.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Mix of white and red pepper can add complexity.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit or substitute with parsley as desired.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Steps
  1. Soak the dry brown lentils in hot water for 10-15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in turmeric, ground cumin, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes until spices bloom.
  4. Add soaked lentils and 3 cups of boiling water to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cover and let lentils simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Adjust seasoning if necessary, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Soak lentils to improve digestibility. Adjust cooking time for preferred texture. Store leftovers for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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