Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley
Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley deliver a toasty, nutty crunch with a gentle heat from cayenne and a fresh, herbal finish. These bite-sized lentils are light yet satisfying, perfect as a quick snack, appetizer, or crunchy topper for salads and soups. Serve warm for maximum aroma and texture.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 77 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 54 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 89
- Heart Health
- 94
- Metabolic
- 61
- Digestive
- 45
- Inflammatory
- 67
- Performance
- 72
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Pour in lentils; cook and stir constantly until they are plump and coated with oil, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, and continue cooking until the lentils are browned around the edges, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 4
Mix in parsley; remove the popped lentils from the pan and serve.
- Calories 179.28 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 13.52 g Good Source 27%
- Carbohydrate 33.33 g 12%
- Total Fat 3.08 g Low Source 4%
- Saturated Fat 0.42 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.22 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 31.39 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 16.55 g Good Source 59%
- Total Sugars 0.16 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 52.87 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 7.29 mg Good Source 41%
- Potassium 535.97 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 109.37 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 38.79 mg Good Source 43%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Crispy Skillet Popped Lentils with Parsley is made with 5 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Dried Parsley, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Lentils. Each serving provides about 179.28 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Dried Parsley, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Lentils, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 179.28 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley healthy?
- Crispy Skillet-Popped Lentils with Parsley has an easyChef Pro health score of 76/100. Per serving, it provides 179.28 calories and 13.52 g of protein, or 27% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. 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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