Noodles With Lentils, Carrots and Swiss Chard

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Noodles With Lentils, Carrots and Swiss Chard recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup lentils ( French lentils preferred )
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
pepper
1 1 bunch green swiss chard or 1 bunch spinach
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic , finely chopped
2 carrots , peeled and cut into 1/4 inch dice
1 stalk celery , cut into 1/4 inch dice
1 bunch green onion , white part only , finely chopped
vegetable stock , to make a thin sauce
1 tablespoon parsley , chopped
hot cooked noodles ( buckwheat , rice or wheat )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
470
Sugar
6g
Fat
19g
Noodles with lentils, carrots and Swiss chard is a hearty and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soft and tender lentils, sweet carrots, and earthy Swiss chard or spinach make for a great combination of flavors and textures. This dish is very versatile and can be served hot or cold, as a main dish or a side dish. You can also add a variety of vegetables or herbs to enhance the flavor or make it more nutritious.

Instructions

1.Rinse the lentils and pick through them to remove any stones or debris.
2.Put the lentils and bay leaf in a pot and add enough water to cover the lentils by an inch.
3.Bring the pot to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the lentils are tender, about 20-30 minutes. Add salt to taste.
4.Wash the Swiss chard or spinach. Remove the stems and chop into 1-inch pieces and the leaves into thin ribbons.
5.In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, and green onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender, about 5-8 minutes.
6.Pour in the vegetable stock and let it simmer until the liquid has reduced by half.
7.Add the cooked lentils and chopped parsley and continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
8.Serve the lentil mixture over hot cooked noodles of your choice (buckwheat, rice or wheat).

PROS

This dish is packed with protein and fiber from the lentils and the Swiss chard or spinach adds a good amount of vitamins and minerals.

It’s a one-pot meal that doesn’t take too much effort to make and can be easily customized to your taste.

CONS

Lentils can cause bloating and gas in some people.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or ketogenic diet due to the noodles.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish provides a good amount of plant-based protein, fiber and nutrients like vitamins A, C, K, and potassium from the vegetables used.
The lentils are also a good source of iron and folate which are important for maintaining healthy blood cells and reducing the risk of anemia.

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