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Very Veggie Lentil Bake

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and nutritious vegetarian bake packed with lentils and colorful vegetables, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 110 g red lentils (about 1/2 cup)
  • 75 g white rice (about 1/4 cup)
  • 650 ml vegetable stock (or 2 stock cubes in 650ml water)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 small leek (sliced)
  • 1 bell pepper diced fairly small (orange)
  • 5 medium mushrooms (diced fairly small)
  • 1 small courgette (zucchini) (diced fairly small)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 90 g grated cheddar cheese (about 1 cup)

Instructions 

  • Cook lentils and rice in vegetable stock for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture resembles porridge.
  • Heat oil and sauté leek, pepper, mushrooms, and courgette for 5-10 minutes until soft.
  • Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • Mix cooked lentils and vegetables with spices and black pepper. Layer half in a dish, sprinkle with cheese, then add remaining mixture and cheese on top.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is golden and crispy.

Notes

Feel free to add more spices or vegetables for variation.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: Lentils