Pork and Lentil Skillet

Lean ground pork and brown lentils cooked in a savory herb and tomato-based skillet, served with steamed green beans for a complete meal.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $4.47/serving

Dietary

• Gluten-Free
• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Soy-Free
• Egg-Free
• Low-Sodium
• Low-Sugar
• High-Protein
• High-Fiber

Tags

• sauté
• quick
• healthy
• comfort food
• savory

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork (lean)
• 2 can brown lentils (15 ounces, rinsed and drained)
• 1 carrot (large, finely diced)
• 1 celery (finely diced)
• 1 can diced tomatoes (15 ounces, unsalted)
• 1 cup vegetable broth (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 clove garlic (minced)
• 1.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound green beans (trimmed)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add diced carrot and celery to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Stir in minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add rinsed and drained brown lentils, unsalted diced tomatoes, and unsalted vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. While the skillet simmers, steam the green beans until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
6. Serve the hearty pork and lentil skillet alongside the steamed green beans.

Notes

This dish makes fantastic leftovers and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. A sprinkle of fresh parsley (if desired) can add brightness.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 485
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbohydrates: 38 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Fiber: 11.5 g
• Sodium: 130 mg
• Saturated Fat: 6.5 g
• Sugar: 4.5 g
• Cholesterol: 75 mg