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Spiced Lentil and Potato Skillet
VegetarianLunchDinnerQuick & EasyComfort Classics

Spiced Lentil and Potato Skillet

A comforting and filling spiced lentil and potato skillet perfect for a quick and hearty meal.

10 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

4

Serves

340

Calories

Macros · per serving

14g protein

60g carbs

7g fat

Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 potato
  • 1 onion
  • 1 15 oz can canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt — to taste
  • black pepper — to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

  2. 2

    Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the chopped onion and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

  5. 5

    Stir in cumin, coriander, and turmeric; cook for another minute until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add the diced potatoes; sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  7. 7

    Rinse red lentils under cold running water until the water runs clear.

  8. 8

    Add lentils, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), and water to the skillet.

  9. 9

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and lentils are cooked through.

  10. 10

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.

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