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Easy 1 hr 39 min~310 kcal 9/10
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Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot
This Bilecik dish cooks lentils briefly in tomato sauce into a soft spoonable pot meal.
Easy⏱️ 37 min📖 1 min readServes 4~196 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 22 min cook 5 min rest
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 37 min- Prep10 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking22 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Green lentils
- 3 Tomatoes
- 1 Onion
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Olive oil
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse and drain the lentils, checking for skins and stones.
- 2
Cook the onion and tomatoes in oil for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the lentils and hot water, then close the lid.
- 4
Cook the dish for 15 minutes, lowering the heat so the lentils do not fall apart.
15 min15:00 - 5
Turn off the heat, rest for 5 minutes, and serve with yogurt.
5 min05:00 - 6
Use a wide spoon when transferring the cokertme to the plate so the lentils are not crushed.
💡 Tip: Leaving the lentils firm gives the dish a livelier texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm with lemon and chopped parsley on top.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~196
kcal calories
10
g protein
25
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 54%Fat 24%
GI 17 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
5.1g
Sugar
7.2g
Fiber
13.8mg
Sodium
0.6g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 22 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 37 minutes in total.Is Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot have?
Approximately 196 kcal per serving. Protein: 10g, carbs: 25g, fat: 5g.Is Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.How many ingredients does Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Bilecik Soft Lentil Tomato Pot filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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