Aubergine, Squash and Lentil ‘Layer-Up’
Servings
Prep Time
4-6
People
15
Mins
Cook Time
60
Mins
Servings
Prep Time
4-6
People
15
Mins
Cook Time
60
Mins
Ingredients
1
butternut squash
Peeled and chopped
2
aubergines
Sliced to about 1cm thick
2
Tbsp
extra virgin olive oil
1
Cup
Cooked brown lentils
1
Onion
Peeled and chopped
2
Cloves
garlic
Peeled and crushed
1
red pepper
Chopped
1
Tin
chopped tomatoes
3
Tbsp
Chopped fresh basil
10
Handfuls
fresh spinach
150
G
Organic buffalo mozzarella
(Or vegan version)
1
Inch
Grated Pecorino cheese
(Or vegan version)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to around 180oC and roast the chopped squash for around 30 minutes until cooked.
Place the sliced aubergine onto a baking tray, brush with a little oil and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes on each side.
Sauté the onion, garlic and peppers in a little water for 5-10 minutes until soft.
Add in the tinned tomatoes, cooked lentils and finally the squash and basil and heat through.
Layer up – start with the spinach, then the lentil sauce, aubergine slices, some torn mozzarella and repeat.
Finish with an optional grating if pecorino then bake in the oven for around 20-30 minutes until nicely browned and bubbling.
Recipe Notes