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Savory Lentil Breakfast Bowl

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A comforting and nutritious breakfast bowl featuring lentils, fresh vegetables, and a perfect egg on top.

Ingredients

  • Lentils (1 cup, French green or brown)
  • Vegetable broth (2 cups)
  • Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Onion (1 medium, diced)
  • Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
  • Bell peppers (1 cup, diced)
  • Spinach (2 cups)
  • Eggs (2)
  • Spices (1 teaspoon each of cumin, paprika, and salt)
  • Avocado (1, for topping)
  • Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and cook the lentils: Place lentils in a sieve and rinse under cold water. In a saucepan, combine lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then simmer for about 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3-5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes, then stir in spinach until wilted.
  3. Mix it all together: Drain excess broth from lentils and add to skillet; sprinkle with spices and stir to combine.
  4. Cook the eggs: In a separate skillet, fry or poach eggs to your preference.
  5. Assemble the bowl: Spoon lentil mixture into a bowl, top with the cooked egg, and garnish with avocado and fresh herbs.

Notes

Feel free to customize with leftover veggies or your favorite toppings like hot sauce or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Keywords: lentil bowl, breakfast bowl, vegetarian breakfast, healthy breakfast, protein-packed

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