Fortifying Millet & Lentil Bowl
Enjoy the nutty flavor and added nutrition of millet paired with protein-packed lentils in this fortifying bowl. Lentils provide folate, iron, and fiber. Millet contains antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress. Garlic offers apigenin to boost NAD+ levels. A sprinkle of pumpkin seeds adds crunch. Together these ingredients promote strength and vitality.
Serving : 2
Time : 30 Mins
Difficulty : Easy
Cuisine : Mediterranean
Category : Lunch
Tags : Bowl, Lentils, Millet, Anti-aging
Ingredientes
- 1/4 cup dry beluga lentils
- 1/4 cup dry millet
- 1 & 1/2 cups water, divided
- 1/4 tsp salt, divided
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- To cook the lentils, rinse them in a fine-mesh strainer and pick out any debris or shriveled lentils. Add them to a small saucepan with 3/4 cup of water and 1/8 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water and set aside.
- To cook the millet, rinse it in a fine-mesh strainer and toast it in a small skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a small saucepan with 3/4 cup of water and 1/8 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 18 to 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the millet is fluffy. Fluff with a fork and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Combine the cooked lentils, millet and garlic in a bowl.
- Top with pumpkin seeds.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Enjoy this fortifying plant-based bowl!