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Pineapple Roasted Veggie & Lentil Bowls

A vibrant and nutritious bowl featuring roasted vegetables, lentils, and sweet pineapple, perfect for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Fusion, Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 1 cup pineapple diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Lentils
  • 1 cup green or brown lentils rinsed
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
Toppings
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced

Method
 

Roast the Vegetables
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and pineapple. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and toss to coat.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Cook the Lentils
  1. In a pot, combine the rinsed lentils, water, garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  2. Drain any excess water and set aside.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In serving bowls, layer the cooked lentils and roasted vegetables.
  2. Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.

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