Spiced Lentil and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• •1 cup green lentils, rinsed
• •2 tablespoons olive oil
• •1 onion, chopped
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon ground cumin
• •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1 carrot, diced
• •1 bell pepper, diced
• •1 zucchini, diced
• •2 cups spinach, chopped
• •Salt to taste
• •Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the lentils and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the cumin and smoked paprika, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until just tender.

6. 6

   Fold in the cooked lentils and chopped spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

7. 7

   Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.