Baked lentil casserole in a white dish.

Baked Lentils Casserole

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Baked lentils, vegetables, and cheese make a complete vegetarian dinner in one dish.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup Lentils Rinsed
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Optional
  • 1/2 cup Onion Chopped
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder Optional
  • 1 can Tomatoes
  • 2 Carrots Sliced
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish 2-Quart
  • Oven

Instructions

  • Wash hands with soap and water.
  • Combine lentils, water, seasonings, onion, and tomatoes.
  • Place in 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Cover tightly with lid or foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and add carrots. Stir.
  • Cover and bake 30 minutes longer.
  • Remove cover and sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Bake, uncovered 5 minutes, until cheese melts.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Baked Lentils Casserole
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
199
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
11
mg
4
%
Sodium
 
328
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
481
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
13
g
54
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
4207
IU
84
%
Vitamin C
 
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
115
mg
12
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Black Pepper, Carrots, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Powder, Lentils, Onion, Salt, Tomatoes