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Braised lentil dish with roasted root vegetables & herbs

Braised lentils with roasted root vegetables are a hearty, aromatic winter dish that impresses with its deep, earthy aromas, light sweetness and subtle spiciness. The lentils simmer in an aromatic broth with herbs & spices, while the root vegetables develop a delicious roasted aroma in the oven.
The ideal wine accompaniment? Pinot Noir, Gamay or Pinot Blanc bring just the right blend of freshness, structure and fruitiness to harmoniously support the earthy notes and spicy aroma.
➡ A perfect, nutritious winter dish with optimal wine pairing! 🍷🌱
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main course
Cuisine European & vegetarian cuisine
Servings 2 People
Calories 550 kcal

Cooking utensils

  • 1 Pot for the lentils
  • 1 Baking tray for the root vegetables
  • 1 Cutting board & knife

Ingredients
  

For the braised lentils:

  • 150 g green or brown lentils
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 1 Garlic clove (chopped)
  • 500 ml Vegetable broth
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1 TL Mustard
  • 1 TL Lemon juice
  • 1 EL Olive oil
  • Salt & pepper

For the roasted root vegetables:

  • 1 large carrot (cut into sticks)
  • 1 small parsnip (diced)
  • 1/2 Celeriac (diced)
  • 1 EL Olive oil
  • 1 TL Thyme
  • 1/2 TL Sea salt
  • Pepper to taste

Preparation
 

  • Prepare & braise the lentils:
    Sauté the onions & garlic in olive oil
    Add the lentils & pour in the vegetable stock
    Add the bay leaf & mustard, simmer gently for 25 mins.
  • Roast the root vegetables:
    Mix the carrots, parsnip & celery with olive oil, thyme & salt
    With Roast in the oven at 200°C for approx. 25 min. until golden brown
  • Finalize & serve:
    Season the lentils with lemon juice & pepper to taste
    Serve with root vegetables & garnish with herbs

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 15g
Keyword Braised lentils, healthy lenses, Lentils recipe, Roasting root vegetables, vegan comfort food, vegetarian winter dish, Wine with lentils
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