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Quinoa, Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Bowl
A roasted-vegetable bowl combining quinoa and lentils with lemon and olive oil for a fibre-rich lunch.
- Prep time: approximately 35 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Category: Lunch
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cooked lentils, drained
- 2 cups mixed vegetables, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Herbs and black pepper
Preparation
- Heat the oven to approximately 200°C / 400°F.
- Mix the vegetables with half the olive oil and herbs.
- Roast until tender.
- Divide the quinoa and lentils between two bowls.
- Add the roasted vegetables.
- Finish with lemon, the remaining olive oil and pepper.
Optional substitution: Use brown rice, barley or another whole grain instead of quinoa.
Why it fits: Combines legumes, vegetables and a whole-grain base.
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Last reviewed against the cited sources: July 17, 2026