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Baked lentil casserole in a white dish.
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Baked Lentils Casserole

Baked lentils, vegetables, and cheese make a complete vegetarian dinner in one dish.
Course Main Course
Keyword Black Pepper, Carrots, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Powder, Lentils, Onion, Salt, Tomatoes
Dietary Need Vegetarian
Cooking Method Oven
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 199kcal
Author SNAP-Ed

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish 2-Quart
  • Oven

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

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

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 481mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4207IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 3mg