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Chipotle Lentil Fajita Bowls

These Chipotle Lentil Fajita Bowls are crazy tasty and so easy to make!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 438 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp dried chipotle pepper powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 2 ½ cups low sodium veggie broth water works in a pinch
  • 1 cup salsa or can of diced tomatoes
  • fresh spinach
  • Peppers and Onions sliced
  • zucchini chopped
  • avocado sliced
  • fresh cilantro chopped
  • hot sauce optional

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot, saute the diced onions, garlic, and a sprinkle of chipotle powder in a teaspoon of grape seed oil.
  2. When the onions are translucent, add the lentils and veggie broth and 1/2 the salsa.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the lentils are mushy. (If the liquid runs low as it simmers, throw in some more broth or water.)
  4. Mix in the rest of the salsa.
  5. Remove from heat and let sit for a few. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
  6. Fire up a saute pan and saute those peppers, onions, and zucchini.
  7. Place some fresh spinach in a bowl.
  8. Top it with the lentils, followed by the pepper/onion/zucchini mix.
  9. Top it off with some fresh avocado and cilantro (I love a huge handful of the stuff) and a drizzle of hot sauce if you're feeling spicy.
  10. Chow down. Try not to eat all the leftovers at once. They freeze well.

Notes

  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 438kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 79g (26%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Fiber 35g (140%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 142mg (14%) Iron 10mg (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 438

% Daily Value*

Calories 438kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 79g 26%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Fiber 35g 140%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 142mg 14%
Iron 10mg 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.