Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl: Energize Your Mornings Naturally

Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl is a hearty and nutritious dish packed with plant-based protein for a satisfying start to your day.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 2 bowls

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Plant-Based

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Lentils

1 cup green or brown lentils rinsed
4 cups vegetable broth or water

Aromatic Base

1 medium onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil

Spices

1 teaspoon cumin adjust to taste
1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Greens and Toppings

2 cups fresh greens spinach or kale
1 large egg poached or fried
1 medium avocado diced or as guacamole
to taste feta cheese optional

Equipment

Skillet
Pot
serving bowl

Method

Build the Aromatic Base

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).

Toast the Spices and Lentils

Stir in cumin and paprika, add the rinsed lentils, and toast for 1 minute.

Cook the Lentils

Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.

Prepare the Toppings

In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté the greens for 3-4 minutes. Prepare the egg in your preferred method.

Assemble Your Breakfast Bowl

Layer lentils in a serving bowl, top with greens, avocado, and egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 18gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor and adjust spices to taste. Store lentils separately from toppings for meal prep.

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