Spicy Lentil & Roasted Pepper Stir-Fry with Lemon-Herb Yogurt Sauce
This vibrant stovetop stir-fry combines protein-packed lentils, sweet roasted peppers, and a zesty lemon-herb yogurt sauce for a quick, satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers bold flavors in just 30 minutes.
- 2 cups cooked brown or green lentils
- 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
⏱️ 4 minutesAdd minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly until fragrant, about 1 minute.
⏱️ 1 minuteAdd cooked lentils and sliced roasted red peppers. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well and cook until heated through and flavors meld, about 6 minutes.
⏱️ 6 minutesWhile the stir-fry cooks, prepare the yogurt sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, dill, and lemon zest until smooth.
⏱️ 3 minutesServe lentil stir-fry hot, drizzled with lemon-herb yogurt sauce.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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