Diabetes-friendly dinner

Herbed Lentil & Vegetable Bake

A savory bake with lentils and seasonal vegetables.

Prep 15 minCook 40 minServes 4
Herbed Lentil & Vegetable Bake

Nutrition per serving

35g
Carbs
10g
Fiber
6g
Sugar
12g
Protein
8g
Fat
250
Calories

Estimated values per serving.

Ingredients

  • 200 g green lentils (rinsed)
  • 2 carrot (diced)
  • 2 celery stalk (diced)
  • 1 zucchini (diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp thyme (dried)
  • 1 tsp rosemary (dried)
  • 500 ml vegetable broth
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pan, add garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add zucchini, red bell pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for another 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in lentils, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.

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This recipe is general guidance, not medical advice. Carb needs depend on your treatment and goals, so check with your doctor, diabetes nurse or dietitian if you're unsure.