Easy Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl: Nourishing & Flavor-Packed
This Lentil Spinach Dinner Bowl is a nourishing, flavor-packed meal perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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.