Charred Apricot, Feta & Lentil Skillet Bowls

Ingredients

• cooked green lentils3 cups
• ripe apricots, halved and pitted8
• olive oil3 tablespoons
• red onion, thinly sliced1 medium
• garlic, minced2 cloves
• baby arugula4 packed cups
• feta cheese, crumbled3/4 cup
• fresh mint, torn1/3 cup
• lemon zest and juice1 lemon
• smoked paprika1 teaspoon
• salt and black pepperto taste

Method

1. 1Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the apricot halves cut-side down until caramelized, then transfer them to a plate.
2. 2Add the remaining oil to the skillet and cook the onion until softened and lightly browned.
3. 3Stir in the garlic and smoked paprika for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. 4Add the lentils with a splash of water and cook until hot and glossy, seasoning with salt and pepper.
5. 5Fold in the arugula just until wilted, then add lemon zest and half the lemon juice.
6. 6Spoon the lentil mixture into bowls, top with charred apricots, feta, and mint.
7. 7Finish with the remaining lemon juice and a final crack of black pepper.

Tips

• Use just-ripe apricots so they hold shape while caramelizing.
• If the lentils seem dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time to keep them glossy.

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