Viral Marry Me Lentils changed how I feed my family after discovering it on Skiny Taste.
It’s a quick, cozy, comforting solution that fits my busy mom schedule.
Iām a home cook who wants nourishing, gluten-free meals that feel indulgent.
This Viral Marry Me Lentils recipe lands in one skillet, saving time and sanity.
It balances creamy comfort with wholesome plant-based protein.
Weeknights finally feel special, not rushed storms in the kitchen.
Creamy lentils carry a hug of sun-dried tomatoes and herbs.
I love how parmesan adds a cheeky sparkle, but dairy-free works too.
Leftovers taste even better the next day, like a warm memory.
If your schedule mirrors mine, give Viral Marry Me Lentils a try.
I keep a pot simmering on busy nights, and bowls disappear.
You deserve meals that comfort, nourish, and spark joy without stress.
Viral Marry Me Lentils: 5 Creamy, Cozy Indulgent Meals.
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Viral Marry Me Lentils: Creamy, cozy, and unbelievably satisfying lentils that feel indulgent yet wholesome, gluten-free and vegetarian.
Ingredients
- 1Ā½ cups cooked black, brown, or green lentils
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Ā½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
- Ā½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Ā¾ cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- Ā½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Stir in garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes; cook for 30 seconds.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and lentils, stirring to combine.
- Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream and parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Simmer gently for 10ā15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Gluten-free and vegetarian.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and omit parmesan or substitute a dairy-free cheese.
- Great served over rice or with crusty gluten-free bread; garnish with fresh basil.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3ā4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 193
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 57 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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