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Delicious Marry Me Lentils recipe served in a bowl, ideal for easy meals

Marry Me Lentils

A velvety, wholesome dish that combines earthy lentils with aromatic vegetables for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust to taste
For the lentil mixture
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 can 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
For finishing touches
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream) Use coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Method
 

Sauté Aromatics
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, and optional red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant for about one minute.
Cook Lentils
  1. Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
Finishing Touches
  1. Stir in heavy cream or coconut cream and add balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for an additional few minutes.
Serve
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese. Pair with crusty bread.

Notes

Stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Can be frozen in portions and reheated.