Maple-Glazed Lentil & Roasted Carrot Bowl with Toasted Hazelnuts
This quick and wholesome vegetarian bowl features air-fried maple-glazed carrots, protein-rich lentils, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts for a satisfying and nutritious meal ready in under 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's packed with flavor and texture.
- 2 cups cooked brown or green lentils (drained and rinsed if canned)
- 3 cups carrots, cut into 1/2-inch sticks
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 390°F. In a bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, maple syrup, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
⏱️ 1 minute 🌡️ 390°FSpread carrots in the air fryer basket and cook, shaking halfway through, until caramelized and tender.
⏱️ 9 minutes 🌡️ 390°FAdd hazelnuts to the air fryer for the last 2 minutes of carrot cooking time to toast.
⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ 390°FWhile carrots cook, warm lentils in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop until heated through.
⏱️ 2 minutesTo serve, divide lentils among bowls. Top with roasted carrots, toasted hazelnuts, parsley, and a drizzle of lemon juice.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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