Lentils With Sweet Potatoes

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are rich in fiber, making them a nutritious choice for vegetarians and vegans.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Lentils With Sweet Potatoes

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 2 large Sweet Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic Cloves
• 2 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 4 tablespoon Greek Yogurt

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic cloves to the pot and sauté until translucent.
5. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir well.
6. Add the rinsed lentils, diced sweet potatoes, and vegetable stock to the pot.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
8. Stir in the fresh cilantro and lemon juice.
9. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve the lentils with sweet potatoes hot, topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 8g

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.