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Delicious easy lentil bake dish served warm and inviting for weeknight dinners

Easy Lentil Bake

A nutritious and delicious lentil bake packed with vegetables, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup lentils Rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • to taste Fresh herbs for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add carrots, bell pepper, and zucchini, and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.