Description
A comforting dish of herb-infused legumes that combines lentils, chickpeas, or black beans with fresh herbs, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils or other legumes
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon or lime
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare the legumes: If using dry legumes, soak them overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking. Canned legumes should be rinsed under cold water.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent; add garlic and toast for the last minute.
- Add the soaked legumes to the pot, pouring in vegetable broth or water to cover by a couple of inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the legumes: Lentils take about 20-30 minutes while larger beans may take 45-60 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add chopped herbs and citrus zest in the last 5 minutes of cooking for vibrant flavors.
- Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper; consider adding vinegar or red pepper flakes for additional flavor.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Let the flavors deepen overnight for even better taste the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: herb-infused legumes, vegan recipe, plant-based, healthy meal