Golden Lentil And Root Vegetable Bake Recipe

About this recipe

Golden Lentil and Root Vegetable Bake is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition in a single dish. With protein-packed lentils and sweet, earthy root vegetables like carrots and mooli radish, this bake is topped with a golden oat crust for a satisfying crunch. The lentils provide 18g of protein per serving, making this dish ideal for maintaining energy and supporting muscle health. The recipe is simple to follow but delivers impressive results, with the vegetables sautéed for maximum flavor and the topping baked to perfection. Serve this dish warm for dinner on a cozy evening, and enjoy the balance of hearty textures and savory flavors. Whether you're feeding two or simply craving a wholesome vegetarian meal, this bake is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire.

Ingredients

• NaN Trs Lentils Red (Masoor Dall)
• 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
• - Fresh Asian Mooli Radish Daikon Exotic Vegetable
• 300G Pure Sweet Potato Starch, 300G
• 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
• - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• 1 Onion Large 1 Each
• - Saffola Classic Masala Oats
• 1 Kg Superfine Gram Flour, 1Kg
• 100G Borwicks Baking Powder, 100G
• 250 Ml Trs Lemon Juice 250Ml
• 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil.
2. 2. Peel and chop the carrots and radish into small cubes, ensuring they are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
3. 3. Boil the red lentils in a pot with 500ml water until tender, about 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
4. 4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until golden and aromatic.
5. 5. Add the chopped carrots and radish to the skillet, stir well, and cook for 10 minutes until slightly softened.
6. 6. Mix the cooked lentils into the skillet with the vegetables, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
7. 7. Combine Pure Sweet Potato Starch and Borwicks Baking Powder in a bowl with Saffola Classic Masala Oats and Harina Pan to create a crumbly topping mixture.
8. 8. Transfer the lentil and vegetable mix into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly across the base.
9. 9. Sprinkle the oat and starch topping over the lentil mixture, pressing gently to create an even layer.
10. 10. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.
11. 11. Remove from the oven and let the bake cool for 5 minutes before serving.
12. 12. Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.