A delicious and healthy vegetarian casserole packed with vegetables and lentils, flavored with aromatic herbs and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 zucchini sliced
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 ounces
- 1 cup green lentils rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp thyme dried
- 1 tsp rosemary dried
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the carrots, zucchinis, and bell peppers to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, lentils, vegetable broth, and dried herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the lentils are tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 5gFiber: 12g
I had to improvise because I didn’t have green lentils. Used brown ones instead. Still turned out tasty!
Honestly, I don’t get the hype. It was okay, but I’ve had better. Maybe my lentils were old?
Wow, this was a hit at our potluck! Everyone wants the recipe now. Thank you!
I really did not like this, too mushy and bland. I will stick to meat dishes.
I followed the recipe but forgot the garlic😂. still tasted fine though.
Garlic or no garlic, it sounds like you made it work! That’s the spirit! 😊
Not for me. The texture was weird, and I think it was too many vegetables. Prefer meat dishes.
This casserole was super easy to make! Loved the mix of veggies. Will definitely try again!
So glad you loved it! It’s one of my favorites too. 😊
This casserole is amazing! The flavors are so rich. My family devoured it!
Totally agree! I added some cheese on top before baking. Made it even better!
Yum! I added some crushed red pepper for a kick, and it was delightful. Thank you for sharing! 😊
Isn’t there a meat version of this? I dunno, but my kids won’t eat veggies in casseroles.
Casserole? More like a veggie mush. Not impressed.
You just don’t understand good food! This casserole is saborific! Veggies are life!
I wouldn’t say it’s mushy, it’s more like a comfort food! Maybe you added too much broth?
Honestly, I thought vegetarians just eat salad… This was surprisingly good. Who knew?
I know right! I was surprised too. This casserole is so rich and filling, not just rabbit food! 😄
But like, are lentils even healthy? I thought they were just for vegans, not good for normal meals! Idk.