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Zucchini Noodle Marinara with Lentils

Author - Gena Hamshaw
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yields: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup green brown, or French lentils
  • 2 medium sized zucchini
  • 1 cup marinara sauce of choice homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped
  • Hempesan or vegan parmesan for topping optional

Instructions

  • Place the lentils in a sauce pot with enough water to cover them by several inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender but not mushy (begin checking them at 20 minutes and add cooking time as needed). Drain the lentils, give them a rinse under cold, running water, then set them aside.
  • Trim and spiralize your zucchini (I like to use the Inspiralizer or a julienne peeler. Gently warm the marinara sauce in a small sauce pot.
  • Divide the spiralized zucchini into two bowls. Top each with about a half cup of marinara sauce, a half cup of lentils, and two tablespoons of chopped basil and hempesan, if you like. Serve.