Meal kit that 0% lighter than the average meal kit meal and ranks in the 6th percentile for protein.
Protein1/5
Lightness4/5
Ease3/5
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Nutrition per serving
Protein15% · 21g
Carbs49% · 68g
Fat36% · 22g
4g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by Purple Carrot. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
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Protein rank
6th pctl
More protein than 6% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
4g /100cal
Leaner than 25% of meals
vs Meal Kit average
0% lighter
This530
Avg532
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✕ High protein✕ Low carb✕ Keto-friendly✕ Under 500 cal
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Allergens & dietary
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Dietary✓ High-Protein✓ <600 Calories✓ Vegan
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Ingredients
diced1 lime
juiced10 oz Precooked Peruvian lentils1 tbsp hemp seeds0.5 oz cilantro
leaves roughly chopped2 tbsp olive oil Salt Pepper
How to make it
1
Roast the broccoli: Preheat oven to 425u00b0F. Combine broccoli, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper on baking sheet and toss. Roast until tender and browned in places, 20 to 23 minutes. Let broccoli cool slightly, add nutritional yeast, and toss.
2
Cook the quinoa: Meanwhile, combine quinoa, 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt in small saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until water is absorbed and grains are tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with fork, then cover to keep warm.
3
Make chimichurri dressing: Stir chimichurri, jalapeu00f1o, 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, pinch of salt and pepper in small bowl. Set aside.
4
Cook lentils and serve: Make small tear at top of lentil bag and microwave for 60 seconds. Divide quinoa between bowls, add lentils and top with roasted broccoli. Sprinkle with hemp seeds, cilantro, and drizzle with chimichurri dressing. Enjoy! (TIP: You can also combine precooked lentils and 1 tbsp wat
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CULINARY NOTES:: This recipe was tested with 2 servings. If you are cooking more portions, you may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
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diced1 limejuiced10 oz Precooked Peruvian lentils1 tbsp hemp seeds0.5 oz cilantroleaves roughly chopped2 tbsp olive oil Salt Pepper
How to Cook
Step 1
Roast the broccoli: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine broccoli, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper on baking sheet and toss. Roast until tender and browned in places, 20 to 23 minutes. Let broccoli cool slightly, add nutritional yeast, and toss.
Step 2
Cook the quinoa: Meanwhile, combine quinoa, 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt in small saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until water is absorbed and grains are tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with fork, then cover to keep warm.
Step 3
Make chimichurri dressing: Stir chimichurri, jalapeño, 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, pinch of salt and pepper in small bowl. Set aside.
Step 4
Cook lentils and serve: Make small tear at top of lentil bag and microwave for 60 seconds. Divide quinoa between bowls, add lentils and top with roasted broccoli. Sprinkle with hemp seeds, cilantro, and drizzle with chimichurri dressing. Enjoy! (TIP: You can also combine precooked lentils and 1 tbsp wat
Step 5
CULINARY NOTES:: This recipe was tested with 2 servings. If you are cooking more portions, you may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
Among the Meal Kit dishes in Purple Carrot's lineup, Chimichurri Lentil Bowls is one of the more straightforward options to prepare.
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⏱️ Est. time: 40 min
🍽️ Serves: 2 servings
🌱 Vegan
⚠ Not ideal for
High-protein requirements
How to make it
Read through the recipe card and gather all ingredients before you start cooking.
Wash and prep all vegetables, chop, dice, or mince as directed on the included recipe card.
Cook proteins and main components following the step-by-step instructions included with your delivery.
Prepare any sauces, dressings, or garnishes per the recipe card.
Plate and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers within 2 hours in an airtight container.
Chimichurri Lentil Bowls is a Purple Carrot meal
Purple Carrot delivers weekly meals across the US.
Which meal service offers Chimichurri Lentil Bowls?
Chimichurri Lentil Bowls is offered by Purple Carrot. Read the full Purple Carrot review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how Purple Carrot compares to competitors.
Is Chimichurri Lentil Bowls high-protein?
Chimichurri Lentil Bowls is tagged as High-Protein, <600 Calories, Vegan on the Purple Carrot menu. For specific allergen details, refer to the card included with your delivery.
How long does Chimichurri Lentil Bowls take to prepare?
Chimichurri Lentil Bowls is made in 5 steps. Estimated active time is about 40 minutes based on the recipe instructions.
