Lentil Cheese Supper

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mediterranean

A hearty lentil and cheese casserole blending savory herbs and fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal that appeals to the whole family.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lentils
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes
  • 1 c. chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/8 tsp. marjoram
  • 1 1/8 tsp. sage
  • 1 1/8 tsp. thyme
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 green pepper
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 2 c. sharp cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, combine lentils and water; bring to a boil and simmer until tender, about 25-30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, chopped green pepper, and sliced celery until vegetables are softened.
  4. Add canned tomatoes with juice, bay leaf, salt, marjoram, sage, thyme, and black pepper to the vegetables; cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Drain cooked lentils and mix with the vegetable and tomato mixture.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

622 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 27.8g 56% DV
Total Fat 21.4g 27% DV
Carbs 98.9g 36% DV
Fiber 34.7g 100% DV
Sugar 14.6g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10415.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 3159.5mg 67% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1098.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 121.9mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 738.8mg 57% DV
Iron 34.3mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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