Roasted Fennel & Sweet Potato with Herbed Lentils
A vibrant and satisfying vegetarian dish featuring earthy Puy lentils, sweet roasted vegetables, and a creamy lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or an elegant, light dinner.
1300 calories
$3 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g sweet potato, cut into 2-3 cm cubes
- 1 large fennel bulb, sliced
- 150g dry Puy lentils, rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 30ml tahini
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a baking tray, toss the sweet potato cubes and sliced fennel with 20ml of olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- 2.While the vegetables are roasting, place the rinsed lentils in a saucepan with 450ml of water and half of the minced garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water.
- 3.In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 10ml of olive oil, the rest of the minced garlic, and 2-3 tablespoons of water until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 4.Once the lentils are cooked and drained, stir in the freshly chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5.To serve, divide the herbed lentils between two plates. Top with the roasted sweet potato and fennel, and finish with a generous drizzle of the lemon-tahini dressing.
Nutrition Information
46g
fat
174g
carbs
29g
fiber
46g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of plant-based nutrition. Lentils provide substantial protein and fiber for digestive health, while sweet potatoes offer complex carbs and vitamin A. Fennel adds unique phytonutrients and antioxidants for a truly balanced meal.