lentil meal prep

Learn how to cook lentils perfectly every time with tons of flavour! These tips and tricks will keep all your lentils from getting mushy for soups, salads, and side dishes.

How to Cook Lentils

lentils

water

Add lentils and water to sauce pan over medium heat. Ensure water is covering lentils. Bring to a rumbling simmer, then lower heat to a regular simmer.

Let lentils cook for around 20 to 30 minutes (see time variations below), or until soft and chewy but still firm. If water level drops below lentils before they&#039;re cooked, add a little more liquid. Lentil Cooking Times per Variation: Red/Orange/Yellow Split Lentils: 15-20 minutesBrown and Green Lentils: 25-30 minutesBlack Lentils: 20-25 minutesFrench Lentils: 25-30 minutes

When finished, add salt to taste and season lentils.

A high-protein, fiber-packed roasted vegetable and lentil salad perfect for meal-prep lunches, vegetarian dinners, or fall harvest bowls.

Roasted Veggie &amp; Lentil Salad

vegetables

olive oil

salt

tsp black pepper

garlic powder

tsp smoked paprika

fresh parsley, chopped

feta cheese (optional)

lemon juice

Toss chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.

Rinse lentils and cook in boiling water for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool.

In a large bowl, mix roasted vegetables, lentils, parsley, and lemon juice.

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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