Moroccan Pumpkin and Lentils Recipe

Name: Moroccan Pumpkin and Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1 large onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced; 1 cup green lentils, rinsed; 1 Tbs. paprika; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. cumin; 1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes, or 4 tomatoes, chopped; 1 2-lb. pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cubed; 1/2 cup tomato puree; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. olive oil
1 large onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced
1 cup green lentils, rinsed
1 Tbs. paprika
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. cumin
1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes, or 4 tomatoes, chopped
1 2-lb. pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cubed
1/2 cup tomato puree
1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for garnish

1
Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion and jalapeno, and saute 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent and golden.
3
Add tomatoes, lentils and spices, and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
4
Stir in pumpkin cubes, tomato puree and 2 1/2 cups water.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Reduce heat to medium low, and cook 40 minutes, or until pumpkin and lentils are tender, stirring occasionally and adding more water if needed.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1 large onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups), 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced, 1 cup green lentils, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Pumpkin and Lentils falls under the General 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.

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Moroccan Pumpkin and Lentils

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Variations & substitutions

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