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A healthy, filling and flavor-packed meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner and is great to take on the go. Filled with tender cumin roasted carrots, lentils, a garam masala-infused vinaigrette, mint, greens and more!
We are excited to share this recipe with you today from Power Plates, the brand new cookbook by Gena Hamshaw of The Full Helping. PLUS we are doing a giveaway, so make sure you don’t miss out that below 😉
One of my favorite things about blogging has been being able to connect with and gain inspiration from others who share the same passion as I do. Gena was one of the first blogs I ever followed (back when her blog was still called Choosing Raw) and her blog was actually part of what helped me get started here on Sweet Simple Vegan. I am so flattered that she reached out to us to share about her brand new book and I can’t wait for you to try this recipe.
The book is filled with 100 nutritionally balanced, one-dish vegan meals that are focused on delivering sustained energy and nourishment. I honestly spent a good hour just browsing through her book when I first got it and I have so many recipes bookmarked to try in the future!
(Giveaway Closed) PS: We are giving away a free copy of Power Plates 🙂 All you need to do is leave a comment down below letting us know you want to enter + why you want this book!
This giveaway will run from today (June 11) until this Friday, June 15. This giveaway is opened to US residents Only.
We were impressed by how flavor-packed this recipe was for the amount of work that we needed to put into it. Everything was ready in less than an hour and we had leftovers that were good for our lunch the next day, too–score!
We opted for steamed curly kale instead of the greens that were recommended for this because these are our favorite and we had a ton in the garden, but everything else we kept just as the book suggested.
If you make this recipe, make sure you tag us on Instagram @sweetsimplevegan and @consciouschris so that we don’t miss it, we love seeing your photos! Also, make sure to show Gena some love over on her page @thefullhelping 🙂
Masala Lentil Salad with Cumin Roasted Carrots
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
Description
A healthy, filling and flavor-packed meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner and is great to take on the go. Filled with tender cumin roasted carrots, lentils, a garam masala-infused vinaigrette, mint, greens and more!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. (680 g) carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
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2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
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Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper, as desired
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1 cup (200 g) dried beluga or French green lentils, or 2 (15 oz, or 425g) cans lentils, drained and rinsed
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1/2 red onion, finely chopped
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2 cups (60 g) firmly packed baby arugula, mizuna, or baby kale*
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1/3 cup (13 g) chopped fresh mint leaves
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, pressed or finely grated
- 1 teaspoon minced or finely grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Optional toppings:
- Pomegranate molasses, toasted pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or pine nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Put the carrots in a large bowl and drizzle them with the oil and maple syrup, sprinkle with the cumin and toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer the carrots to the lined baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer (you may need a second baking sheet) and season generously with coarse salt and pepper. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the carrots are fork tender and browning. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook the lentils. If you’re using canned lentils, you can skip this step. Add the lentils to a medium pot and cover them with 3-4 inches of water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer until tender. Drain and rinse under cold running water, and then allow them to drain completely.
- Mix the carrots and lentils in a large bowl and allow them to cool for 10 minutes. Mix in the red onion, greens, and mint.
- To make the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and whisk until evenly combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad as desired and top it with additional toppings of choice.
Notes
- We opted for curly kale as it is what we had on hand. We also steamed it before serving to make it more palatable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Entree, Salad, Lunch, Dinner
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition facts label provided by Nutri Fox.
Reprinted with permission from Power Plates, copyright © 2018 by Gena Hamshaw. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.
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I want this book because I’m trying to cook healthier meals for myself now that I”m pregnant!
Would love to win the cookbook because we love to follow you guys on this healthy adventure. All your recipes are so nutritious and healthy. Can’t wait to share the knowledge and recipes with others.
Thank you
Safura (Jax Vegan Couple)
My bowls only ever have a grain, a bean, and a veggie. Clearly I need help
I have been following The Full Helping for quite a while. Her first vegan cookbook is terrific. I have gotten her new one from the library,, but would like to own it.
My husband and I have been teetering on becoming vegan. Much of our food is, some is not. He recently listened to a pod cast that has caused him to teeter even more. This cookbook would be a valuable resource.
I love Gena’s first book. It’s my go-to resource. I’m sure I would love this one as well!
I would love to win this book because the recipes look really yummy! (enter me please!)
I want to enter in the giveaway! I would love the cookbook Power Plates because my family is starting to transition to a vegan lifestyle. Working, going to school, and being a mom of a 2 year old is crazy, so being able to have recipes for one-pot vegan meals would be so helpful on our families journey to a healthier life!
I would love to be entered in this giveaway! We checked this book out at the library and keep renewing it. It is one I plan to add to my library, as we have some definite favorites (sweet potato bowls and Thai noodle bowls).
I would like to enter! I’m vegetarian right now, but I’m trying to find more vegan recipes that are flavorful and delicious, which is why I want this book. ?
I would love a copy of power plates! I went vegan seven months ago and it was the best decision of my life! I need more recipes so I don’t get bored of the same stuff every day. I’m also from Portland and I’m so excited you are living there now and showing us all the cool vegan spots??
Gena
I love lentils, and I would love to win this book! I have Gina’s other book! I love what she does!
I want to enter the giveaway because I have had some health issues over the past couple of years. I’ve tried everything you could think of EXCEPT a plant based diet change. I’ve been trying to make more meals plant based but have totally run out of ideas. This would help me so much!
This looks amazing and I would LOVE to win this book. We are currently in the process of trying to simplify our vegan diet with more wholesome meals and I think this book would be perfect!
Hello! I’m entering the giveaway because you can never have too many yummy vegan recipes! I’m celebrating my 1 year vegan anniversary next month and I’m still learning new things about this lifestayle every day. A new, awesome recipe book will help me continue this amazing journey!
Please enter me for the drawing for this amazing cookbook. I am always looking for easy to make recipes, especially one pot meals that I can prepare and take for lunch to work for a few days.
Love your blog and IG. Keep up the great work!
I’d like to enter this cookbook giveaway because I’m trying my best to stick to a vegan diet and this cookbook would help me immensely! I find that I usually cook the same meals week to week and I don’t own a vegan cookbook yet! I also think it would help my boyfriend eat more vegan dishes!
I’d love to win this cookbook! I’ve been wanting to buy it for a while cus I absolutely love her cooking style… all her food looks so comforting and delicious and I think it would really appeal to my non vegan husband as well :)?
I want this cookbook because I want new ideas for bowls that are delicious and different.
Hi I would love to enter!! I’ve been trying to be vegan all school year and I’ve been doing pretty good with the exception of eating salmon and some cheese every blue moon. I seem to be struggling with new recipes and I find myself eating the same things all the time. These types of recipes is something I really think I could benefit from! Thanks for reading!:)