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One-Pot Quinoa and Lentils

A quick and filling one-pot meal featuring quinoa and lentils, perfect for a plant-based dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups veggie broth or water
  • 2 big handfuls spinach or chopped kale
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon juice or vinegar to finish

Instructions

  1. In a pot, sauté onion with a small splash of broth or a little oil. Add garlic, cumin, and paprika and stir for about 30 seconds until it smells amazing.
  2. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then turn it down to a simmer. Cover and cook about 12 to 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in quinoa. Cover again and simmer another 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice to prevent sticking.
  4. When lentils are tender and quinoa looks fluffy, stir in spinach and let it wilt for a minute.
  5. Taste and add salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon. Adjust consistency with water if too thick.

Notes

This recipe is forgiving; feel free to customize seasonings and toppings based on what you have available.

  • Author: emma-stone
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: quinoa, lentils, one-pot meal, plant-based, vegetarian