Greek-Style Lentils Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Greek-style lentils are a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. The lentils are cooked with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and a blend of Greek spices, resulting in a rich and satisfying flavor. Serve these lentils with some crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.

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55minsCook
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Ingredients for Greek-Style Lentils Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Dried Lentils
  • 1/4 Onion, Diced
  • 1/2 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/4 can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.13 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 Bay Leaves
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as needed Crusty Bread Or Rice For Serving

Directions: Greek-style Lentils Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
  • STEP 2.Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  • STEP 3.Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  • STEP 4.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the lentils hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add some chopped spinach or kale to the lentils for added nutrition.
  • For a creamier texture, you can stir in some Greek yogurt or crumbled feta cheese before serving.
  • Leftover lentils can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover lentils can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the lentils in a pot or microwave before serving.
  • Serve the lentils with crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
702
calories per serving
32 g Fat44 g Protein58 g Carbs24 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    32g
  • Protein
    44g
  • Carbs
    58g
  • Fiber
    24g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    58g
  • Protein
    44g
  • Fiber
    24g

Fats

  • Fat
    32g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    319mg
  • Iron
    14mg
  • Vitamin A
    1850mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    6mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    200mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    71mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    1mcg
  • Magnesium
    185mg
  • Manganese
    3mg
  • Phosphorus
    472mg
  • Selenium
    62mcg
  • Zinc
    7mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp