Black Lentils and Asparagus with Poached Eggs

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This black lentil salad with poached eggs is supremely versatile which makes it a great dinner option. Beyond that, black lentils are packed with protein but the dish doesn’t feel heavy, thanks to bright asparagus and sweet, caramelized onions.

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Black Lentils with Asparagus and Poached Eggs

This black lentil salad with poached eggs is supremely versatile which makes it a great dinner option. Beyond that, black lentils are packed with protein but the dish doesn’t feel heavy, thanks to bright asparagus and sweet, caramelized onions.
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Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 760kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wide skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black lentils
  • 1 Vidalia onion sliced into rounds
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 pound asparagus woody ends trimmed
  • 1 lemon juiced, and zested (keep separate)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
  • Grated gruyère cheese optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare Black Lentils:

  • Combine the black lentils and 2½ cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 14 minutes or until the lentils are al dente. Drain and rinse the lentils. Note: Do not season the lentils with salt until the end of the recipe.
  • Wipe out the pot and fill it back up with water and return it to the stove with the 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar, over low heat.

Prepare the Caramelized Onions:

  • While the lentils are cooking, prepare the caramelized onions. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a wide skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the onion and cook, stirring often, for about 15 minutes or until the onions are well-browned all over. Adjust the heat as necessary to ensure even browning without burning the onions. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a large bowl.

Prepare the Asparagus:

  • Drain off any excess fat from the skillet and return the skillet to the stove. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat and add the asparagus spears. Season with salt and pepper and cook, flipping occasionally, for about 5-6 minutes or until the asparagus spears are just tender and not overcooked. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Prepare the Poached Eggs:

  • While the asparagus is cooking, prepare the poached eggs. Crack an egg into a small sieve and strain off as much excess white as possible. Transfer the egg to a ramekin. Continue on with the remaining eggs until all eggs are in individual ramekins. Note: If you have only have 2 ramekins. add the eggs to the water in batches; timing will need to be adjusted for eggs added in the second batch.
  • To the simmering water, use the back of the spoon to create a small whirlpool at 12:00. Lower the ramekin right to the water’s edge and carefully drop the first egg into the whirlpool and use the back of your spoon to gently nudge the egg over so it’s as close to 12:00 as possible. Make a second whirlpool at 3:00 and drop the second egg in. Continue on in the same way at 6:00 and at 9:00 until all 4 eggs are added.
  • As the eggs are cooking, microwave a plate for 1 minutes.
  • Note: If you have strained off as much of the egg white as possible, you should not have any wispy egg whites in the water.
  • Check the eggs after about 4 or so minutes. You should be able to lift them out of the water with a fork. You may need to use a fork to nudge the eggs into a larger spoon if that makes it easier to remove.
  • Transfer the eggs to the warm plate and set them aside as you assemble the rest of the dish.

Finish the Black Lentils:

  • To the bowl of caramelized onions, add the black lentils, half the chopped parsley leaves, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

To Serve:

  • Divide the cooked asparagus between plates and pile the black lentils on top. Arrange two eggs on each dish and sprinkle with the lemon zest and the remaining chopped parsley. Serve with grated gruyère cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 760kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 34g | Sodium: 304mg | Fiber: 28g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin C: 63mg
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