Excellent Easy Eggs with Lentils and Seasoning
Elevate your breakfast or quick dinner routine with this wholesome recipe for *Excellent Easy Eggs with Lentils and Seasoning*! Perfect for busy days, this 25-minute dish pairs protein-packed eggs with hearty lentils, flavored with aromatic garlic, warming cumin, and smoky paprika. The sautéed red onion adds a touch of sweetness, while a garnish of fresh parsley brightens every bite. Whether you prefer velvety scrambled eggs or perfectly runny yolks, this versatile skillet meal is both satisfying and nutritious. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish, and enjoy a simple yet flavorful one-pan recipe that’s perfect for two. Keywords: easy lentil recipes, eggs and lentils, quick skillet meals, high-protein breakfast ideas.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 medium, finely diced red onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 optional for serving lemon wedge
Directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced red onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the cooked lentils to the skillet and stir in the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Step 5
Push the lentils to one side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the other side.
Step 6
Crack the eggs into the space with the olive oil (or whisk the eggs in a bowl first if you prefer scrambled), and season lightly with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Step 7
Cook the eggs to your preferred doneness—sunny side up, over-easy, or scrambled. Fold the lentils into the eggs gently if scrambling.
Step 8
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness.
Step 9
Serve warm, optionally with a squeeze of lemon for added brightness. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (467.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 745.9 |
| Total Fat 43.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 558mg | 0% |
| Sodium 818.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 38.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 175.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1185.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories