Lentils with champignons

4 servings

30 minutes

Lentils with mushrooms embody Turkish cuisine, combining simplicity and rich flavor. Lentils, one of the oldest foods in the region, provide a tender texture and nutrition to the dish, while mushrooms add depth and earthy tones. The mild spiciness of garlic and sweetness of carrots harmoniously complement the composition, creating a warm and cozy taste. This dish is perfect for both vegetarian meals and as a light dinner. Rich in proteins and fiber, it satisfies well and supports energy. It is best served with herbs that refresh the taste and add lightness. In Turkish families, it is often accompanied by fresh bread or yogurt, turning into a full meal. The simplicity of preparation and availability of ingredients make lentils with mushrooms a versatile recipe for everyday menus.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 118.1
• Proteins: 9.1g
• Fats: 1.1g
• Carbohydrates: 21g

Ingredients

• Lentils: 1 glass
• Fresh champignons: 300 g
• Onion: 2 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Parsley: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Dill: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Rinse the lentils well and place them in a pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lentils: 1 glass

2. Pour 2.5-3 cups of water over the lentils, place on heat, and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lentils: 1 glass

3. After boiling, reduce the heat, add salt, and cook for about 20 minutes, skimming off the foam, until the lentils are soft but still hold their shape. If not all the liquid is absorbed after cooking, it can be drained.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

4. Peel and finely chop the onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads

5. Peel and chop the garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves

6. Wash, peel, and grate the carrot on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece

7. Wash the mushrooms and slice them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh champignons: 300 g

8. In a heated pan with vegetable oil, sauté the onion and garlic until soft for 1-2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Garlic: 2 cloves

9. Add the carrot and fry, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece

10. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes, until done.

    Required ingredients:

    • Fresh champignons: 300 g

11. Add boiled lentils to the mushrooms in the pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Lentils: 1 glass

12. Add chopped greens.

    Required ingredients:

    • Parsley:  to taste
    • Dill:  to taste

13. Salt and pepper to taste, and mix the lentils with the mushrooms.

    Required ingredients:

    • Salt:  to taste
    • Ground black pepper:  to taste