Easy Skillet Zucchini and Lentils

Servings: 6

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Easy Skillet Zucchini and Lentils

Ingredients

2 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 medium zucchini, sliced
2 cups cooked USA lentils (about 1 cup dry)
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, sliced
Garlic or onion powder, soy sauce and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method

In a large skillet, sauté scallions in oil. Add zucchini and sauté 5 minutes more. Add lentils and salt and mix well.

Arrange sliced tomatoes in a layer on top of lentil mixture, then sprinkle on 2⁄3 cup cheese.

Arrange onion slices on top of cheese and sprinkle them with remaining 1⁄3 cup cheese.

Sprinkle top with garlic powder, a few dashes of soy sauce, and pepper. Cover and steam over low heat until tomatoes and onions are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition:

Calories 221
Protein 14 g
Carbohydrates 23 g
Fiber 8 g
Total Fat 9 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Iron 4 mg
Sodium 320 mg
Folate 180 mcg
Calcium 173 mg
Magnesium 56 mg
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