BBQ Lentils

Whether you’re vegan, eating more plant-based, or simply looking for more ways to enjoy lentils, these BBQ lentils are perfect for summer!

Here’s why we know you’ll love this recipe: 

• Works well for meal prep
• Ready in about 30 minutes
• Uses mostly pantry staples
• Vegan-friendly and can be gluten-free
• Perfect for summer cookouts 

Ways to enjoy these BBQ lentils

I really like this recipe as there are several ways to enjoy them based on your dietary needs and what’s on hand: 

• As a vegan alternative to BBQ chicken sandwiches. Top with lettuce and tomato or a slaw. 
• Serve as a side dish.
• Use it as a topping for baked potatoes or baked sweet potatoes. 
• Spoon onto a salad or lettuce cups for a low-carb alternative. 

Tips for making this recipe

• Anytime you cook lentils, make sure to rinse and sort them first, to remove any rocks or debris. 
• The barbecue sauce you use will greatly affect the nutrition stats. My top-choice is Primal Kitchen as it’s low in added sugars and made with high-quality ingredients. In general, try to find a BBQ sauce with less than 4 grams of sugar per serving. 
• If you’re finding that there’s too much liquid left over, remove the lid and simmer for an extra 5 minutes. 
• Smoked paprika adds a slight smoky flavor. However you can use sweet paprika if needed.

 

Print Recipe

Barbecue Lentils

 

These simple BBQ lentils are the perfect summer entree or side dish!

 

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

 

Course: Main Course

Keyword: Vegan BBQ Lentils

Servings: 8

Calories: 209kcal

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
• 1 shallot diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 2 medium-sized carrots peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ – 1 teaspoon chili powder depending on how hot your powder is
• 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce divided
• 5 cups water can also use low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 cups green or brown lentils rinsed and sifted
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• In a large, deep skillet or large soup pot add 1 tablespoon of oil and set stove to high heat.
• Once oil is hot, add shallot, garlic, and carrots. Sautee for 2-3 minutes, or until carrots start to lightly brown.
• Add spices, 1 cup of barbecue sauce, and water (or broth). Bring to a boil.
• Once boiling, stir in rinsed lentils and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are soft.
• Stir in remaining ½ cup of barbecue sauce, taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
• Serve as a side dish or as a main dish, sandwiched between a whole wheat hamburger bun.

Notes

Nutrition

 

Servings 8 | 209 Calories per Serving

 

12.5 g protein; 0 mg cholesterol; 131.5 mg sodium; 2g fat; 0 g saturated fat; 35 g carbohydrate; 15 g fiber; 3 g sugar