Root Veg Lentil Bowl with Herb Pistou

A mix of healthy lentils and root vegetables make up this hearty vegan bowl. A tasty herb pistou sauce tops it all off. Its a healthy and filling meal that you can eat any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 parsnips, diced
• 2 beets, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup mixed fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, cilantro
• 1/4 cup walnuts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast optional

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine lentils and vegetable broth

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender

In a separate large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add onion and garlic, saut until softened

Add diced carrots, parsnips, and beets to the skillet

Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally

Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste

In a food processor, combine mixed fresh herbs, walnuts, olive oil, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast if using

Pulse until a coarse paste forms

Serve the cooked lentils and root vegetables in bowls, topped with a dollop of herb pistou