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Creamy Vegan Lentil and Roasted Vegetable

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Creamy Vegan Lentil and Roasted Vegetable is a hearty, plant-based meal featuring protein-packed lentils, caramelized roasted veggies, and a rich, dairy-free cream sauce. It’s nutritious, comforting, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • For the Roasted Vegetables:
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 zucchini or yellow squash, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • For the Lentils and Sauce:
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or unsweetened plant-based cream
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs (if using). Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
  2. While veggies roast, combine lentils and broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add coconut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add cooked lentils to the sauce and stir to coat. Fold in roasted vegetables and cook for another 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.

Notes

  • Use canned lentils for a quicker version—just rinse and drain first.
  • Substitute coconut milk with cashew cream or oat milk if preferred.
  • Add greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
  • Make it oil-free by sautéing in broth and roasting veggies without oil.
  • Perfect for meal prep—stores and reheats well.

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