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Last Updated on December 4, 2024 by Tiffany
This Spicy Harissa Lentil recipe is INCREDIBLE! It’s super easy to make and doesn’t require you babysitting the stove.
This recipe is deliciously spicy but can be adjusted to your tastebuds! It was so tasty and easy to make too. I paired with some fresh veggies and seasoned quinoa and everything was so good (chef’s kiss).
Spicy Harissa Lentils
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Dry green Lentils
- 3-4 Tablespoons Harissa Paste I got mine from Trader Joe's
- 1 Onion Chop up
- 6 Cloves Garlic
- 1 Red Bell Pepper Chop up
- 2 Roma Tomato Chop up
- 2 Teaspoons Paprika
- 2 Teaspoons Onion Powder
- 1.5 Garlic Powder
- 1.5 Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning there is no poultry in here!
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin
- 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional, makes extra spicy
- 1.5 Cup Water for blending with pepper mixture harissa
- 2.5 Cups Water more or less- for cooking lentils, add more if needed
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Chop up your tomato tomatoes, onion, and red bell pepper and toss into a blender along with garlic and water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and liquid.
- Wash your lentils and place into a large pot. Add in the liquid mixture along with some extra water for cooking and the dry seasonings. Allow to cook for the next 20 minutes or so.
- Salt to taste, serve with your choice of grain and enjoy!
