Description
This flavorful BBQ Lentil Sandwich is savory, satisfying and energizing — comfort food that’s also nutritious!
Ingredients
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In the medium-sized pot
- 1 cup Green/brown lentils
- 1 1/2 cup Water
- Avocado oil for sautéing (optional)
- 1 Small red or yellow onion, diced
- 4 Cloves garlic, minced
BBQ lentil mix
- 3 Large Carrots (about 2 cups), grated (a food processor is very helpful with this)
- 1 cup Red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Ginger root, grated
- 1 tsp Turmeric root, grated (or 1/2 tsp turmeric powder)
- 1 3/4 cup BBQ sauce
Spices
- 2 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt (to-taste)
For serving
- Small bunch of cilantro, for serving
- Avocado slices or guacamole, for serving
- Artisan bread loaf or fresh bakery rolls (quality bread makes a difference!)
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse lentils in a fine mesh strainer, picking out any debris or small rocks that may be mixed in.
- Place water and lentils in a medium pot on high heat, uncovered. When water comes to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer cover with a tilted lid. Cook 17-20 minutes.
The lentils are done when they’re tender but not al dente, be careful you don’t cook them to mush!
When the lentils have finished cooking, strain any extra water. - Heat optional avocado oil in a large skillet. Sauté onions until they become translucent, stirring occasionally so they don’t stick. Add garlic and sauté for about a minute, then reduce heat to low.
- Add cooked lentils and the rest of the ingredients under “BBQ Lentil Mix” and “Spices” except for salt to the large skillet. Stir to combine.
- Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes. Taste mixture and salt to-taste or any other seasonings you feel it needs!
- Lightly toast bread and arrange your sandwiches with BBQ lentil mix, avocado slices, and cilantro. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
*This can be served on a burger bun or as an open faced sandwich, I recommend checking your local bakery for fresh buns or loaves of bread! Quality bread makes a big difference.
*Lentil mix stores in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: burgers and sandwiches, dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American