Bold and Flavorful Italian Hemp Seed, Corn, and Lentil Sauté
What Started it all:
Hemp Seeds, Corn, lentils, frying pan
This dish is a vibrant, hearty, and nutritious Italian-inspired sauté, perfect for a satisfying meal. The combination of hemp seeds, corn, and lentils creates a delightful texture and a rich, earthy flavor that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hemp seeds
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup lentils (any variety), cooked
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients:
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Cook the lentils according to package instructions if they are not pre-cooked.
- Heat the Pan:
- Place a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the olive oil and let it heat up until shimmering.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Main Ingredients:
- Toss in the corn kernels and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked lentils and hemp seeds, stirring to combine.
- Deglaze and Simmer:
- Pour in the vegetable broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the flavors meld together and the corn is tender.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove the pan from heat.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve this bold and flavorful Italian Hemp Seed, Corn, and Lentil Sauté as a main course or a hearty side dish. Each bite is a testament to the power of simple, fresh ingredients coming together with a burst of flavor. Enjoy!