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Mediterranean charred peppers and lentils dish

Mediterranean charred lentils and peppers salad - a warm, ultra-flavorful, super rich, and nutritious side dish made in just 15 minutes. Featuring only 4 main ingredients; tender lentils, caramelized soft red onions, sweet red bell peppers, and herbs and spices. It’s packed with richness and a favorite for lunch, dinner, and healthy in-between meals snacking. This healthy Mediterranean lentil salad is a non-salad kinda salad. With warm smoky Herby flavors, tender sautéed vegetables, and lots of plant-based protein it’s a saucy, smoky lentil stew that meets lentil salad. Bring it to your next potluck, pack it for a picnic, make it a healthy to-go lunch, or serve it as a savory easy weeknight meal with a side of steamy rice and my tasty portobello steaks.
Mediterranean charred lentils and peppers salad - a warm, ultra-flavorful, super rich, and nutritious side dish made in just 15 minutes. Featuring only 4 main ingredients; tender lentils, caramelized soft red onions, sweet red bell peppers, and herbs and spices. It’s packed with richness and a favorite for lunch, dinner, and healthy in-between meals snacking.
Simone - Munchyesta.com
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 4 people

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 15oz can Green Lentils rinsed and drained
  • 2 Red Bell Peppers roughly chopped
  • 2 large Tomatoes roughly chopped
  • 2 Red Onions sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic finely chopped or minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 handful Fresh Herbs parsley, basil, or whatever you prefer 

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick Sauté pan or skillet. Add the sliced onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes and combine.
  • Sauté at high heat for 3-5 minutes while stirring occasionally. Next, add the seasoning; smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and garlic, and mix. Turn the heat down to medium at let the salad simmer for 5-8 more minutes while stirring occasionally. If the salad becomes too dry, add a couple of tablespoons of water. Once the onions are soft and the pepper is sweet and tender, the salad is ready. 
    Serve the salad with a generous garnish of fresh herbs and a drizzle of sweet chili sauce. Enjoy.