Description
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish made with lentils and Mexican spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and chopped bell pepper; cook for a few minutes.
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegetarian Mexican Lentils, Lentil Recipe, Mexican Cuisine, Vegetarian Dish