French Lentil Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Honey-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Feta

French Lentil Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Honey-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Feta

#Gluten Free #Veggie

🥘 Ingredients

  • Balsamic Vinegar
    4 tbsp
  • Brussels Sprouts (lengthwise)
    1 lb
  • Feta Cheese
    4 oz
  • Honey (divided)
    2 tsp
  • Italian Seasoning
    2 tsp
  • Lentils
    2 can
  • Olive Oil (divided)
    1/3 c
  • Pepitas
    2 oz
  • Red Onion
    2 unit
  • Sweet Potatoes (into ½-inch cubes)
    24 oz
  • Veggie Stock Concentrate
    2 unit
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • water

🍳 Cookware

  • medium bowl
  • baking sheet
  • small pot
  • large pan
  • large bowl
  1. 1
    ![Step 1](step-1.avif) Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Peel and cut Sweet Potatoes . Halve, peel, and finely chop Red Onion . Halve Brussels Sprouts and thinly slice into shreds.
    Sweet Potatoes: 24 oz (into ½-inch cubes), Red Onion: 2 unit, Brussels Sprouts: 1 lb (lengthwise)
  2. 2
    ![Step 2](step-2.avif) In a medium bowl , whisk together Olive Oil , Honey , and Italian Seasoning . Use 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1 teaspoon of the honey. Add the sweet potatoes, toss, and season with salt and black pepper . Spread the potatoes out on a baking sheet and roast for ⏱️ 20 minutes , tossing halfway through cooking, until golden brown and tender.
    Olive Oil: 1/3 c (divided), Honey: 2 tsp (divided), Italian Seasoning: 2 tsp, salt, black pepper
  3. 3
    Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, tossing, for ⏱️ 5 minutes , until softened. Season with salt and pepper. Add Lentils , Veggie Stock Concentrate , and enough water to cover the lentils by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes ( ⏱️ 20 minutes ), until lentils are tender. Once tender, drain, return the pot, and season with salt and pepper. Keep covered until the rest of the meal is ready.
    Lentils: 2 can, Veggie Stock Concentrate: 2 unit, water
  4. 4
    ![Step 4](step-4.avif) While the lentils cook, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the Brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, for ⏱️ 3 minutes , until softened and slightly crispy. Set aside.
  5. 5
    ![Step 5](step-5.avif) In a large bowl , whisk together Balsamic Vinegar and a large drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss in the warm lentils, roasted sweet potatoes, and the Brussels sprouts.
    Balsamic Vinegar: 4 tbsp
  6. 6
    Serve the lentil salad with a sprinkle of Feta Cheese and Pepitas on top. Enjoy!
    Feta Cheese: 4 oz, Pepitas: 2 oz