Zesty Turmeric & Red Lentil Comfort Bowl
This Week 30 recommendation is a budget-friendly powerhouse that costs pennies per serving while delivering a punch of protein and fiber. It is a vibrant, one-pot wonder that uses simple pantry staples to create a creamy, nourishing meal perfect for a healthy midweek boost.
In short
Zesty Turmeric & Red Lentil Comfort Bowl takes about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 10 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Dry red lentils300 g
- Yellow onion, finely chopped1 stk
- Garlic cloves, minced3 stk
- Turmeric powder1 tsp
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Vegetable broth (from cube)1 liter
- Fresh spinach or frozen kale200 g
- Lemon (juice and zest)0.5 stk
- Cooking oil1 tbsp
- Salt and black pepper1 to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in the minced garlic, turmeric, and cumin, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 2
Rinse the red lentils thoroughly and add them to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the lentils are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid.
- 3
Stir in the spinach or kale. If using fresh spinach, it will wilt in about 1 minute. If using frozen kale, cook for 3 minutes until heated through.
- 4
Remove from heat. Stir in the lemon juice and zest to brighten the flavors. Season generously with salt and pepper. Serve as is or with a side of toasted bread if budget allows.
Questions and answers
How long does Zesty Turmeric & Red Lentil Comfort Bowl 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 10 ingredients: Dry red lentils, Yellow onion, finely chopped, Garlic cloves, minced, Turmeric powder, Ground cumin, Vegetable broth (from cube) …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
