Easy Vegan Lentil Fajita Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry lentils
- 3-4 cups water
- 1/2 onion, diced
- olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 2 bell peppers
- 1 onion
- salt
- guacamole
- cooked rice
Preparation
Cook 1 cup of lentils in 3-4 cups of water according to package instructions for 20-25 minutes.
When lentils are almost done, sauté 1/2 diced onion in olive oil for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked lentils, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp chipotle powder, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup salsa to the onion mixture.
Mash about half of the lentils and simmer until the water is absorbed.
In a separate pan, sauté 2 bell peppers and 1 onion in olive oil and salt for 10-12 minutes.
Assemble the bowls with the lentil mixture, sautéed vegetables, guacamole, and rice.
Tips
Perfect for Meatless Monday and provides leftovers for lunches throughout the week.
Lentils are an affordable, vegan alternative to meat like chicken or beef.
