Spinach with Lentils
Elevate your weeknight meals with this wholesome and flavorful Spinach with Lentils recipe—a nutrient-packed dish that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Tender green or brown lentils are simmered to perfection and combined with vibrant, fresh spinach, aromatic cumin, and smoky paprika for a hearty blend of earthy flavors. Finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice, this vegan-friendly recipe is perfect as a comforting side dish or a light main course. With just 10 minutes of prep time and pantry staples like olive oil, garlic, and onions, this versatile dish is an effortless way to pack protein, fiber, and iron into your day. Serve warm and enjoy a deliciously healthy meal in under an hour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green or brown lentils
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 4 cups Spinach, fresh and roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold running water to remove any debris.
In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water and set the lentils aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin powder, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
Stir in the cooked lentils, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to combine and evenly heat the mixture.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2418 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
