Lentil Casserole

Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated crops and have been a staple in diets around the world for thousands of years.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Lentil Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Rinse the lentils under cold water and drain them.
3. In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
6. Add the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
7. Cover the skillet or dish with a lid or foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 6g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.