Lemony Lentils with Kale
Lemony Lentils with Kale brings tender green lentils simmered with tomatoes, thyme, and aromatics together for a bright, hearty bowl with a lively citrus finish. The kale softens into the broth, adding earthy depth that balances the hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Serve it for a cozy lunch or weeknight dinner when you want something wholesome and vibrant.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemony Lentils with Kale, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 27 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 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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- 38
- Heart Health
- 83
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 58
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot; cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the thyme sprigs, garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, pepper flakes, and black pepper; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- 2
Stir in the chicken broth, tomatoes with their juice, and lentils; cover the skillet. Simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Add the kale, lemon zest, and lemon juice; cook until the kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Calories 265.8 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 15.15 g Good Source 30%
- Carbohydrate 35.56 g 13%
- Total Fat 9.58 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.71 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 14.3 mg Low Source 5%
- Sodium 895.62 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 6.92 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 5.52 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 163.17 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 4.36 mg Good Source 24%
- Potassium 560.65 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 536.32 mcg Good Source 60%
- Vitamin C 137.69 mg Good Source 153%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lemony Lentils with Kale is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Diced Carrots, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 265.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemony Lentils with Kale made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Diced Carrots, Diced Onion, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lemony Lentils with Kale?
- About 1 hr in total: 10 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 265.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemony Lentils with Kale easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Lemony Lentils with Kale healthy?
- Lemony Lentils with Kale has an easyChef Pro health score of 57/100. Per serving, it provides 265.8 calories and 15.15 g of protein, or 30% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 895.62 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.71 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, 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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