Savory Lentil Rice Breakfast Bowl

A warm bowl of lentils, rice, spinach, and paprika for a hearty savory breakfast.

  • Breakfast
  • Mediterranean
  • High Protein
  • Budget Friendly
  • Vegetarian
Savory Lentil Rice Breakfast BowlGenerative AI
Calories
405
Protein
17g
Carbs
68g
Fat
7g

Per serving

Ingredients

For 4 servings · 15 min total

4
  • lentils1 cup
  • white rice1 cup
  • spinach2 cup
  • red onionfinely diced1/2
  • paprika1 tsp
  • canola oil2 tsp
  • kosher salt1/2 tsp
  • black pepper1/4 tsp

Instructions

  1. Finely dice the red onion.
  2. Cook the white rice and lentils separately according to their package directions, salting the cooking water well. Drain the lentils if needed.
  3. Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  4. Add the spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Stir in the rice and lentils and heat for 2-3 minutes until steaming and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.

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