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Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl

Easy Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl: Nourishing & Flavor-Packed

This Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl is a nourishing, flavor-packed meal perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course 30-Minute Dinner
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • pot
  • Large Pan

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 cup Green or Brown Lentils Opt for canned lentils for quicker prep.
  • 1 cup Brown Rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Water

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon

For the Greens

  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach

Instructions
 

How to Make Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl

  • In a pot, combine the brown rice with the appropriate amount of water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce to simmer for about 45 minutes until tender and fluffy.
  • In a large pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become translucent and fragrant.
  • Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to release their wonderful aromas.
  • Add in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and a bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to let it simmer until the lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Stir in fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking until just wilted and vibrant in color.
  • Remove the bay leaf, then season the lentil-spinach mix with salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
  • Layer the cooked brown rice with the lentil-spinach mixture in serving bowls. Feel free to add your favorite toppings!

Notes

Store leftover Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze the lentil and rice mixture in portioned containers for up to 3 months.
Keyword comfort food, healthy dinner, Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl, meal prep, Nutritious Meals, Quick Recipes