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Lemon Garlic Lentil Veggie Bowl

A vibrant and nutritious bowl packed with protein-rich lentils and colorful vegetables, featuring zesty lemon and aromatic garlic.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

Lentils and Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
Dressing
  • 1 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Cooking Lentils
  1. In a pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain excess liquid if needed.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked lentils, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Combining Everything
  1. Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss to combine.
  2. Serve topped with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For meal prep, keep the dressing separate to maintain vegetable crunchiness. This dish can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
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