Name: Lentil Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: American

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January 28, 2026

Filled with delicious flavors and nourishing ingredients, lentil bowls offer incredible versatility, making them easy to customize based on your fridge contents or seasonal produce. While the instructions and recipe card feature the ingredient combination used in the provided photographs, the post also includes a range of adaptations and suggestions in both the main content and the blog post notes. The following recipe is designed to yield two hearty dinner-sized portions. The essential element in crafting a satisfying lentil bowl, like a good grain bowls, lies in the artful combination of textures and complementary flavors.

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Lentil Bowl

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Cook the Lentils:

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed lentils and 3 cups water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender but not mushy.

Drain any excess water and season with olive oil, salt, red pepper flakes, and black peppers.

Roast the Sweet Potatoes:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Roast for 20-25 minutes or until golden and tender, stirring halfway through.

Make the Tahini Sauce:

In another bowl, mix together tahini, water, lemon juice, and salt until well combined. Adjust consistency with more cold water if needed.

Assemble the Lentil Bowl:

Add cooked lentils, roasted sweet potatoes, chopped bell pepper, red onion slices, fresh herbs, crumbled goat cheese, and sunflower seeds in each serving bowl.

Add dollops of tahini sauce on top.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Seed Toasting Magic 🌞
Quickly toast sunflower seeds in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to unlock their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to your lentil bowl.
Tahini Drizzle Technique 💧
Thin out tahini with warm water and a squeeze of lemon juice to create a silky, pourable dressing that coats each ingredient evenly.
Sweet Potato Roasting Perfection 🍠
Cut sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes and roast at 425°F, turning once halfway through, to achieve crispy exterior and creamy interior.
Herb Chopping Pro Tip 🌿
Use a sharp knife and chop herbs just before serving to maintain their vibrant color and maximize their fresh, aromatic qualities.
Lentil Texture Mastery 🥄
Cook French lentils al dente by simmering in water with a bay leaf, checking frequently to prevent overcooking and maintain a slight bite.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.