Mediterranean Lentil Bowl-Skyterra

By stancec44

Protein-rich lunch bowls inspired by flavors from the Mediterranean. For a vegetarian option, omit shrimp/meat and add extra lentils (or swap the meat for tempeh). Remember to plan ahead – lentils need time to soak!

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 3 carrots, diced
• 1 onions, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 lb. lentils, soaked overnight and rinsed
• 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 8 oz. shrimp, poached and chopped OR chicken breast (baked and diced)
• ½ cup olives, halved
• 1 avocado, diced (add fresh lime juice to preserve)
• 1 ear of corn, roasted in husk, cooled, kernels removed

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 120mins
Adapted from skyterraathome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat a large pot to medium high heat. Add olive oil followed by the carrots, onion, celery, salt, pepper and bay leaf. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add lentils (soaked, rinsed) and cover with water (just enough water to cover).
Cook on low for 60-90 minutes until lentils are done.
Once done, assemble a bowl of the following: ½ cup cooked lentils (feel free to drain the stock), 2 T. feta, ¼ cup tomatoes, 2 T. olives, 2 T. corn, ¼ diced avocado, 2 oz. diced protein of choice.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Information: This composed dish is high in dietary fiber, vitamin E and protein. Gluten-free, nut free.
Calories: 420
Fat: 20 g
Protein: 27 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 12 g
Added Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 1,300 mg