Description
Warm Lentil Bowls with Roasted Carrots and Feta offer a comforting blend of flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Tender lentils pair beautifully with sweet, caramelized carrots and tangy feta cheese, creating a dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This vibrant bowl not only satisfies your hunger but also brings warmth to your table, making it a must-try recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss chopped carrots in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic until coated.
- Spread carrots on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Rinse lentils under cold water. In a saucepan, combine lentils with 3 cups of water. Boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer lentils for 20-25 minutes until tender; season with salt.
- Assemble bowls: Start with lentils, top with roasted carrots and crumbled feta, finishing with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg