Italian Lentil Porrige

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 8

Healthy Italian Lentil Porridge recipe for a hearty breakfast

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

452

Sugar

14 g

Fat

8 g

Italian Lentil Porridge is a traditional Italian dish, rich in both flavor and nutrition. It is a perfect hearty breakfast meal, as it keeps you full for a longer period of time. The combination of lentils and barley makes this dish an excellent source of protein, fiber and essential nutrients. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized according to preferences. This delicious and healthy porridge is sure to keep your taste buds and stomach happy!

Instructions

1.	Rinse lentils and barley in a sieve and place them in a pot with 4 cups of water. Bring it to a boil and then simmer for 15-20 minutes until lentils are soft.
2.	Drain off any excess water and add tomato sauce, chicken broth, olives and diced tomatoes with their juice to the pot. Stir well.
3.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the mixture to thicken. Stir occasionally.
4.	Serve hot, topped with mozzarella cheese (optional).

PROS

This Italian Lentil Porridge is rich in protein, fiber and essential nutrients.

It is easy to make and can be easily customized according to personal preference.

CONS

The recipe calls for canned products which may contain preservatives and added sugars and salt.

It is also a high carbohydrate dish and may not be suitable for low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lentils in this recipe are an excellent source of protein, iron, and fiber.
They are known to promote healthy digestion, improve heart health and aid in weight management.

	1 1/2 cups lentils
	1 cup barley
	4 cups tomato sauce
	2 cans chicken broth
	1 can olives
	1 can diced tomatoes
	1/2 cup mozzarella cheese , for topping ( optional )