Golden Lentil And Oat Breakfast Bake Recipe
English cuisine · 1 servings · 530 calories

About this recipe
Start your morning right with this Golden Lentil & Oat Breakfast Bake, a high-protein and fiber-rich dish that’s perfect for fueling your day. Made with hearty lentils, nutritious masala oats, and fresh seasonal veggies like carrots, cucumber, and chow chow squash, this English-inspired bake is bursting with flavor and texture. The addition of vegan soy protein and Moroccan spices gives it a tasty twist while ensuring it meets your gym-day needs. Using an air fryer, this recipe is simple and quick to prepare, making it ideal for meal prep or a wholesome breakfast. Slice it up and serve warm for a satisfying start, with every bite delivering balanced macros and a comforting blend of spices. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, vegetarian breakfast option that’s both delicious and nutrient-packed!
Ingredients
- 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
- 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
- - Fresh Asian Chayote / Chow Chow
- - Saffola Classic Masala Oats
- 55G Mill & Mortar Organic Ras El Hanout, 55G
- NaN Ground Pumpkin Seed Flour Protein Powder
- 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
- 500 ml Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500 Ml
- 500 g Great Scot Red Split Lentils 500g
Instructions
- 1. Rinse 100 g red split lentils, simmer them in 250 ml water for 10-12 minutes until very soft, then drain well and let cool slightly. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.
- 2. Peel and dice the 200 g carrots, 150 g cucumber and 100 g chow chow into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the 120 g masala oats, the cooked lentils and the chopped vegetables.
- 4. Add the 30 g pumpkin seed protein powder, 1 teaspoon ras el hanout and the salt, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- 5. Gradually pour in about 100 ml water while stirring to form a thick batter-like consistency.
- 6. Grease a baking dish that fits into the air fryer with a little of the olive oil and stir the rest (1 tablespoon) into the batter.
- 7. Pour the mixture into the greased dish and spread evenly to form a flat layer.
- 8. Place the dish in the air fryer and cook for 25 minutes at 180°C until golden and firm.
- 9. Once cooked, remove the dish and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 10. Serve warm and garnish with additional fresh cucumber slices for extra crunch.
How to make Golden Lentil And Oat Breakfast Bake
- Preheat and prepare vegetables. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C. While it heats, peel and dice the carrots, cucumber and chow chow into even, bite-sized pieces for the bake.
- Mix the base. In a large bowl, combine the masala oats, soy protein mince and chopped vegetables, then add the protein powder, Moroccan spice blend and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Make batter and grease dish. Gradually pour in the water while stirring to form a thick, batter-like consistency, and grease a baking dish that fits the air fryer with olive oil.
- Spread and air fry. Pour the mixture into the greased dish, spread it into an even flat layer and cook in the air fryer for 25 minutes at 180°C until golden and firm.
- Rest, slice and serve. Remove the dish and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh cucumber slices for crunch.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Golden Lentil and Oat Breakfast Bake take?
- About 40 minutes, with 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking in the air fryer until the bake is golden and firm.
- Is the Golden Lentil and Oat Breakfast Bake vegetarian?
- Yes, it is vegetarian. It is made with masala oats, soy protein mince, diced vegetables, protein powder and Moroccan spice, bound with water and baked.
- What temperature do I use for the bake in the air fryer?
- Cook it at 180°C in a greased dish that fits the air fryer basket, until the top is golden and the bake feels firm when pressed.
- Can I make the oat breakfast bake in the oven?
- Yes, bake it in a greased dish in an oven heated to 180°C until golden and set. Let it rest briefly before slicing so the pieces hold together.
- How do I stop the breakfast bake falling apart?
- Add the water gradually to get a thick batter rather than a runny one, spread it in an even layer and let it cool slightly before slicing.