Lentil Bowl

Lentil Bowl

Portions: 6

Serving size: 2 1⁄4 cup

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

A lentil bowl is an excellent source of plant-based protein and dietary fibre, promoting satiety and supporting digestive health.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried lentils

• 1 cup brown rice

• 4 cups water

• 1 lb shredded cooked chicken (optional)

• 2 large onions, cut into ½ inch thick wedges

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 stalks of celery, chopped

• 4 tbsp Italian no salt seasoning, divided

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp pepper

• 1 tbsp oil olive or canola

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Season onions, carrots, and celery with the 2 tbsp of Italian seasoning and oil mix

   well. Roast vegetables in oven for 45 minutes.

3. Combine lentils, rice, and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat,

   cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until lentils are just tender. Remove from heat

   and let stand, covered, for 5 more minutes.

4. Optional chicken, in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat add cooked shredded chicken and 2 tbsp Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Warm through

   and cover to keep warm until ready to serve.

5. Divide the lentil/rice, chicken (optional) and roasted vegetables between bowls or

   freezing dishes and colorful coleslaw to serve.

Recipe adapted from lentils.org.