Vegan Lentil Nourish Bowl – Running on Real Food
This healthy vegan lentil nourish bowl is packed with wholesome ingredients like lentils, roasted potatoes, steamed kale and roasted onions and carrots, all smothered in a warm miso gravy. These bowls make the ultimate cozy plant-based meal.
Lentils make a wonderful addition to homemade bowls, adding plant-based protein and fiber. You can also try them in these Sweet Potato Tofu Bowls and Lentil Quinoa Bowls. The miso gravy is also featured in these Vegan Dragon Bowls.
Bowl recipes are one of my favorite things to create, so there’s no shortage of tasty homemade bowls around here if you’re looking for more. Some favorites are these Veggie Power Bowls, Vegan Quinoa Power Bowls, and Vegan Farro Bowls.
Recipe Features
- Vegan and gluten-free.
- High in plant-based protein.
- Good source of dietary fiber.
- Great for meal prep.
- Customizable with swaps and additions.
- Ready in under 45 minutes.
Ingredient Notes
- Green lentils: Use green or brown lentils. You could substitute another legume like chickpeas or black beans if you like.
- Potato: A yellow potato such as Yukon Gold is recommended but you can substitute Russet potatoes if needed. Sweet potato or yams could also be used.
- Carrot and Onion: These can be swapped or mixed-and-matched with other veggies like sweet potato, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans, zucchini, or bell pepper.
- Kale: Use any variety of kale or substitute baby spinach. If you’re using spinach, skip the steaming and add the greens raw.
This list is not complete. Please see the recipe card at the end of the post for the complete ingredient list with measurements and detailed instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add 2 cups water and 1 cup lentils to a medium pot, bring to a boil then cover, reduce to a simmer and cook 17-20 minutes until tender but not mushy.
