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Breakfast Lentils With Cinnamon Brown Sugar

Breakfast Lentils with Cinnamon Brown Sugar

Experience a cozy and nourishing bowl of Breakfast Lentils with Cinnamon Brown Sugar, a high-protein alternative to porridge.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentils
  • 1 cup Red Split Lentils High in protein and fiber
  • 3 cups Water or Vegan Milk Substitute with your favorite milk
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Optional
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Substitute with maple syrup if desired
For Creaminess
  • 1 splash Coconut Milk Any dairy or non-dairy milk works too
Optional Toppings
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Walnuts Pecans or almonds are great alternatives

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, add red split lentils and water or vegan milk. Stir in ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Mix well.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium to maintain a simmer.
  3. Let the lentils simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy and tender.
  4. Stir in a splash of coconut milk for added creaminess and adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
  5. Spoon the warm lentils into bowls and top with chopped walnuts. Drizzle more coconut milk for a luxurious finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For meal prep, store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water or coconut milk to restore creaminess.

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