What is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole made of?

The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Celery, Diced Yellow Onion, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Sage. The full list of 15 is above.

How long does it take to make Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole?

About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 15 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 318.7 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole easy to make?

This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.

Is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole healthy?

Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 318.7 calories and 14.37 g of protein, or 29% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 648.13 mg (28% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 5.54 g (28% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.52 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole

Name: Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.25 tsp Black Pepper; 1 stalk Celery; 2 whole Diced Yellow Onion; 1 whole Dried Bay Leaves; 0.25 tsp Dried Sage; 0.25 tsp Dried Thyme; 3 cloves Garlic; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper; 1.67 cups Lentils; 0.25 tsp Marjoram; 2 tsp Salt; 1.5 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese; 2 whole Sliced Carrots; 14.5 oz Stewed Tomato; 2 cups Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American Gluten-Free Vegetarian 🥦Plant-Based 🌻Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️Pescatarian 🐟

Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole layers tender lentils with tomatoes, onions, and warming herbs, finished with a bubbly cheddar crown. It’s hearty and earthy with gentle sweetness from carrots and bell pepper, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or as a comforting vegetarian side at a potluck.

Prep25 mins
Cook1 hr 15 mins
Serves6
DifficultyEasy

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

52 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 59 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 12 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 93 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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Heart Health: 62
Metabolic: 52
Digestive: 23
Inflammatory: 41
Performance: 50
General Wellness

1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2

Combine water, lentils, stewed tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, marjoram, sage, thyme, and bay leaf in a 3-quart casserole dish.
3

Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
4

Stir in carrots and celery; cover and continue baking until the lentils and vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
5

Stir in bell pepper, then sprinkle Cheddar over the top. Bake, uncovered, until the cheese melts, about 5 more minutes. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

About This Recipe

Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole is made with 15 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Celery, Diced Yellow Onion, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 318.7 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Celery, Diced Yellow Onion, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Sage. The full list of 15 is above.
How long does it take to make Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole?: About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 318.7 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole easy to make?: This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
Is Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole healthy?: Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 318.7 calories and 14.37 g of protein, or 29% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 648.13 mg (28% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 5.54 g (28% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.52 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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