Lemony Lentils and Spinach Recipe

Name: Lemony Lentils and Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup French lentils (green lentils); 3 cups water; 1 medium onion, sliced; ¼ cup olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, peeled & minced; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed to get rid of excess liquid (may use fresh if available); 2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced (optional); salt & freshly ground black pepper; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup French lentils (green lentils)
3 cups water
1 medium onion, sliced
¼ cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled & minced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed to get rid of excess liquid (may use fresh if available)
2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup fresh lemon juice

1
Bring water & lentils to a boil in a large heavy pot.
2
Reduce heat, cover & simmer 20 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, saute the onion in a large pot in oil.
4
Stir in garlic, cilantro, and spinach and saute 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
5
Add potatoes and lentils with cooking liquid to cover.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer; cook 20 minutes.
8
Stir in lemon juice; serve immediately or when cooled or chilled as desired.

352

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup French lentils (green lentils), 3 cups water, 1 medium onion, sliced, ¼ cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lemony Lentils and Spinach falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemony Lentils and Spinach

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions