Protein-Packed Mediterranean Skillet with Lentils A CIF Food Is Medicine lunch inspired by Mediterranean flavors with emphasis on Stroke Risk Reduction Education, Lower Sodium, High Fiber, Heart Healthy, Budget-Friendly. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.

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Protein-Packed Mediterranean Skillet with Lentils

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Author: Colin Vareene Cooking Method: No Cook Cuisine: Mediterranean Courses: Lunch Recipe Keys: B Budget-Friendly H Heart Healthy H High Fiber L Lower Sodium S Stroke Risk Reduction Education

Prep Time 12 mins Total Time 12 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 6 Estimated Cost: $ 11 Calories: 530 Best Season: All Seasons Dietary:

G Gluten Free P Plant-Forward

Description

A CIF Food Is Medicine lunch inspired by Mediterranean flavors with emphasis on Stroke Risk Reduction Education, Lower Sodium, High Fiber, Heart Healthy, Budget-Friendly.

Ingredients:

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Servings

• 1 cup lentils
• 2 cups roasted sweet potato
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 cup tomatoes
• 1 cup zucchini
• basil
• rosemary
• red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon no-salt-added tomato paste
• black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare and rinse produce as needed,
   Combine ingredients in a bowl or blender,
   Season with herbs, citrus, vinegar, and spices,
   Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Keywords: protein-packed mediterranean skillet with lentils, mediterranean, lunch, stroke risk reduction education, lower sodium, high fiber, heart healthy, budget-friendly, 2 cups spinach, 1 cup tomatoes

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