Healthy Dinner with Lentils and Spinach

Earthy lentils and fresh spinach come together in this one-pan protein-packed dinner that feels both comforting and clean. This recipe proves that healthy doesn’t mean bland - it’s big on flavor, low on effort, and loaded with plant-based goodness that’ll keep you full, energized, and happily meat-free.

INSPIRE MEWarm lentil stew with spinach in a bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add lentils and broth; bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–25 minutes.
  3. Add spinach and cumin; stir until wilted.
  4. Season and serve hot with bread or rice.
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