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Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl

Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl for a Wholesome Morning Boost

Start your day with the Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl, a nourishing dish that excites your taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Lentils (brown or green)
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth homemade or low-sodium
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Greens (spinach or kale) sautéed
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • 1 large Egg poached or fried; omit for vegan
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

How to Make Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl
  1. Start by sautéing diced onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add your spices along with the dry lentils to the skillet. Toast them together for about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes.
  4. While the lentils are cooking, prepare your toppings by cooking the egg and sautéing the greens.
  5. In a bowl, layer the warm lentils, sautéed greens, creamy avocado, and the egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Customize your greens and serve with extra toppings if desired.

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