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Balsamic Rosemary Produce-First Lentil Shepherd’s Skillet with Quick-Pickled Onion
Deep balsamic flavor with woodsy rosemary. This recipe makes a cozy vegetable-and-lentil filling with a quick golden potato topping, structured around vegetables while keeping the meal satisfying, with a bright, tangy counterpoint. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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What you’ll need
Ingredients
- 2 cans lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 3 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the broiler. Warm olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and cook onion, carrots, and mushrooms for 8 minutes.
- 2
Add 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tsp dried rosemary, lentils, broth, and salt. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Stir in peas. Spoon mashed potatoes over the filling and spread to the edges.
- 4
Broil for 5–7 minutes until golden in spots. Rest for 5 minutes, add a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar and black pepper, and serve.
- 5
Toss the onion with vinegar and a pinch of salt; let it stand while the meal cooks, then spoon over the top.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
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