Lentil quinoa bowls are a nutritious and delicious meal option that combines the goodness of lentils and quinoa, topped with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing.
Author:Dija
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Boiling
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup quinoa
1 cup lentils
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa and lentils under cold water.
In a pot, combine quinoa, lentils, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until quinoa and lentils are cooked.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and lentils with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa and lentil mixture and toss to combine.
Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins.
This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For added flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or cilantro.