“Cajun-Spiced Lentil & Vegetable Medley with Garlic Herb Cauliflower Rice”

Allergens

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Ingredients

• 1 cup green lentils 2 cups vegetable broth 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 zucchini, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups cooked cauliflower rice 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 25 minutes. Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook until vegetables are tender crisp, about 5 7 minutes.
4. Add cooked lentils to the skillet with Cajun seasoning. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
5. In a separate pan, cook cauliflower rice with garlic and herbs until fragrant and tender.
6. Serve lentil and vegetable medley over garlic herb cauliflower rice, garnishing with fresh parsley.

Chef’s Insight

To add extra texture and crunch, sprinkle with toasted almonds or sunflower seeds before serving.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or hot sauce to taste.