🍽️ Mediterranean Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Bowl
A hearty plant-based bowl with roasted Mediterranean vegetables, lentils and a bright lemon dressing.
Ingredients
For the bowl
- ·1 cup cooked lentils
- ·1 courgette, sliced
- ·1 red pepper, chopped
- ·1 tbsp olive oil
- ·½ tsp dried oregano
- ·1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ·Handful of rocket or spinach
For the dressing
- ·1 tbsp olive oil
- ·Juice of ½ lemon
- ·Pinch sea salt and black pepper
- ·Optional: 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Method
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C.
- 2
Place courgette and red pepper on a baking tray. Drizzle with oil and oregano.
- 3
Roast for 18–20 minutes until tender.
- 4
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- 5
Divide lentils between two bowls.
- 6
Add roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes and greens.
- 7
Drizzle with dressing, toss gently and finish with parsley.
🌿 Why This Recipe Supports Gut Health
Lentils provide plant protein and fibre that support gut microbiome diversity, while vegetables and olive oil reflect Mediterranean eating patterns linked to digestive health.
Nutrition Per Serving
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary depending on ingredient brands and portion sizes.
These recipes are not intended as medical advice. Everyone with IBD responds differently to foods — always adapt based on your personal tolerances and consult your healthcare professional if you have dietary concerns.