Quick and Easy Spiced Lentil Bowl
Ingredients
- 1, 15 oz can of lentils, rinsed and drained well
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 medium English cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt or to taste
- Pepper to taste
Dressing
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tsp nutritional yeast
- Juice of one lime
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Bowl Assembly
- Rice
- Greens
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Chives
Preparation
In a large mixing bowl, combine lentils, onions, cucumber, pepper, tomatoes, and sunflower seeds with a pinch of salt.
In a separate small bowl or jar, combine all of the dressing ingredients and mix well to combine.
Pour the dressing over the lentil mix and toss to fully coat. Place the bowl in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes.
To assemble your bowl, start with a base of rice.
Top the rice with greens, followed by the marinated lentils.
Add slices of avocado on top.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and chives.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.