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Maple Dijon Cozy Lentil Shepherd’s Skillet with Herby Yogurt
Tangy mustard balanced with just enough maple. This recipe makes a cozy vegetable-and-lentil filling with a quick golden potato topping, made for a comforting dinner without an all-evening cook time, with a cool, creamy spoonful. 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 Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp chopped tender herbs
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 Dijon mustard and 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 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 spoonful of the reserved maple-Dijon sauce, and serve.
- 5
Stir the yogurt with the herbs and a spoonful of water, then serve alongside the warm dish.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
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