Quinoa and Spinach Bowl with Lentils

This Quinoa and Spinach Bowl with Lentils is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines protein-packed quinoa, earthy lentils, and fresh spinach for a wholesome meal. Topped with a zesty lemon dressing, it's perfect for a healthy American lunch.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Lentils (green or brown) - 1/2 cup
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 3 cups

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa and lentils under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa, lentils, and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and lentils are tender.
2. While the quinoa and lentils are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped red onion, sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the chopped spinach and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
4. Once the quinoa and lentils are done, drain any excess water and add them to the skillet with the spinach and tomatoes. Stir to combine.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and spinach mixture, stirring well to coat.
6. Serve warm, garnished with additional cherry tomatoes or lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from quinoa and lentils.
• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from fresh spinach and tomatoes.

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