Golden Red Lentil & Spinach Zest
This budget-friendly powerhouse uses dried red lentils and frozen spinach to deliver a high-protein, nutrient-dense meal for pennies per serving. The combination of turmeric and a splash of lemon elevates simple pantry staples into a vibrant, comforting dinner perfect for a busy Week 29.
In short
Golden Red Lentil & Spinach Zest takes about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 11 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Dried red lentils300 g
- Yellow onion1 large
- Garlic cloves3 pcs
- Ground turmeric1 tsp
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Vegetable bouillon cube1 pc
- Water800 ml
- Frozen chopped spinach250 g
- Lemon juice1 tbsp
- Vegetable oil2 tbsp
- Salt and pepper1 to taste
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté them until translucent and soft.
- 2
Add the turmeric and cumin to the pot. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until the spices become fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- 3
Rinse the red lentils thoroughly. Add them to the pot along with the water and the bouillon cube. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the lentils are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.
- 4
Stir in the frozen spinach. Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes until the spinach is completely thawed and the mixture is heated through.
- 5
Turn off the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Serve as is, or with a slice of toasted bread if budget allows.
Questions and answers
How long does Golden Red Lentil & Spinach Zest take?
About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 11 ingredients: Dried red lentils, Yellow onion, Garlic cloves, Ground turmeric, Ground cumin, Vegetable bouillon cube …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
