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Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

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Hearty, easy, and packed with flavor. Ready to make dinnertime a little more exciting with Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

Why Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils Should Be Your Next Favorite Dish

Let’s take a quick trip to Morocco, no passport needed! Moroccan food is all about bold flavors, warm spices, and dishes that feel like a hug for your taste buds. This recipe, Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils, has roots in a centuries-old tradition of using everyday ingredients like veggies, legumes, and spices to create something magical.

Why should you love it? First, it’s healthy without tasting like you’re eating healthy. The cauliflower is packed with vitamins, the lentils are a powerhouse of protein, and the spices. They don’t just taste good; they might even help your body (hello, antioxidants!).

And let’s not forget the most important part: it’s easy. One pot, no fancy techniques, and in under 30 minutes, you’ll have a dish that’s good enough to share (or keep all to yourself). Ready to spice things up? Let’s cook!

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Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

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  • Author: EsmeSalon
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Easy
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

You know that feeling when you want something hearty, healthy, and bursting with flavor? That’s this dish. Moroccan Cauliflower & Lentils is like a cozy hug in a bowl, with just the right kick to keep things interesting. It’s plant-based, easy to make, and perfect whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal, prepping for the week.


Ingredients

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Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 heaping tablespoons of Moroccan spice blend (recipe follows)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 large head of cauliflower or 2 1/2 cups
  • 1 cup cooked French lentils
  • 1 1/2 cups or 1 can of crushed or diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Olive oil
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Fresh coriander (optional)

Moroccan Spice Blend:


Instructions

Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

  1. Heat a good drizzle of olive oil in a big pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Toss in the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until it softens and smells amazing.
  3. Add the garlic and let it cook for just one more minute.
  4. Stir in that Moroccan spice blend**. Make sure it coats the onions and garlic.
  5. Let it toast for a minute or two, to let the flavors mingle
  6. Pour in the tomatoes and water and bring everything to a boil.
  7. Add the cauliflower and lentils, then let them come to a boil.
  8. Turn the heat down, cover it up, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  9. You’re looking for tender cauliflower that still has a little bite.
  10. Serve it up. Spoon this onto a plate as a side, or make it a full meal over rice or couscous.
  11. Sprinkle with fresh coriander if you’re feeling fancy.

Moroccan Spice Blend**

  1. Mix and store in an airtight container


Notes

Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Mona

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 7.6 g
  • Sodium: 291.2 mg
  • Fat: 6.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 44.8 g
  • Fiber: 8.9 g
  • Protein: 15.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Why you will love this Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils

It’s simple, soulful, and packed with the kind of flavors that make you feel like you’ve traveled without ever leaving your kitchen. Perfect for when you want something a little different but still approachable. Try it, you’ll be hooked

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