Lentils with vegetables

Cookinero 26 Feb 2025

How to cook lentils so that they go well with vegetables? The secret of cooking is in the right proportions of dry and liquid ingredients. Lentils with vegetables is a tasty and balanced stew for every day. The recipe is very simple, and cooking will not take much time.

How to cook Lentils with vegetables

Step 1

Lentils with vegetables

Fry the vegetables. Put a deep frying pan on the fire. Add oil, heat it up. Put onion, carrot and spices according to the list in the frying pan. Fry lightly. Stir and add bell pepper. Continue frying on low heat.

Step 2

Lentils with vegetables

Cook the lentils. Add the lentils to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the water, add salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil and cover with a lid. Cook for 15 minutes on low heat. Stir, remove from heat and serve hot.

Lentils with vegetables - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, frozen onions, carrots, and bell peppers work well. Thaw and drain them to avoid excess moisture, then proceed as directed.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water to refresh.
Try diced cauliflower or chopped mushrooms for a lower-carb alternative. Adjust cooking time as these cook faster than lentils.
Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight, then reheat on the stove or microwave, adding water if needed.
It's naturally gluten-free if using gluten-free spices. Always check spice blend labels if using pre-mixed seasonings.
Absolutely! Zucchini, spinach, or sweet potatoes would be great additions. Adjust cooking times based on vegetable density.
Try with crusty bread, rice, or a simple green salad. A dollop of yogurt adds nice contrast.
Add cubed tofu or cooked chicken with the lentils. For plant-based protein, mix in quinoa during the last 5 minutes.
Yes! Sauté vegetables first, then cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours with pre-soaked lentils.

Reviews: 0

0 Overall rating
5
0
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0

Have you already prepared this recipe? Tell what you think.

Write a review

Will be displayed on the comment.
Your review must be at least 50 characters.

Trending

Beef knuckle

The special value of the beef knuckle (the lower part of the beef carcass leg) is the marrow bone, rich in nutrients. The recipe recommends using meat from young animals no more than 20 months old. It can be distinguished by the rich red and pink col

Kundyumy

Surprisingly, Russian dumplings can also be lenten - let's remember the old recipe for kundums. Although their main feature is that immediately after molding kundyums are fried, and then they are poured with broth, most often mushrooms, sour crea

Khinkal in Dagestan style

Khinkal is a traditional Caucasian dish. It is often confused with such a famous Georgian dish as khinkali. And, although the set of products in both dishes is quite similar, they are nevertheless different. Traditionally, khinkal is prepared on the

Asian Spritz

Three ingredients point to the Asian origin of this "Squirt": soju - the Korean national drink, the juice of the Asian citrus fruit yuzu and another citrus - pomelo.

Apple marshmallow

Apple marshmallows can be considered a healthy homemade treat. The low-calorie dessert is made by making marshmallows from applesauce. In order for homemade apple marshmallows to hold their shape well, they need to be made with gelatin. According to

Ginger tincture

Ginger is a well-known and beloved spice. In the kitchen, only the root of the plant is used, which is rightfully considered one of the most useful natural products. Ginger tincture, when consumed in moderation, helps improve memory, restores skin co

Beef shurpa

Shulum, chorpa, shorpo, sorpa... In different countries, shurpa is called by different names, but it looks about the same everywhere: a rich soup with meat and vegetables. Various herbs and spices can be added to it, or it can be made on the basis of

Categories Menu Recipes
Top