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Tamari Tempeh with Kale & Lentil Salad (15 min meal)

Yields2 ServingsPrep Time6 minsCook Time9 minsTotal Time15 mins

Spring has sprung which means our bodies naturally call for lighter, fresher meals. This simply prepared tamari tempeh with kale and lentil salad lacks in neither flavor nor nutritional benefits, and comes together start to finish in about 15 minutes. It's loaded with vegetarian protein, fibre, and other good-for-you nutrients to fuel and nourish your body. It’s the perfect meal to cook for company on a weeknight when lack of time requires a quick yet elegant meal.

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 250 g tempeh, sliced
 2 tbsp tamari
 2 tbsp coconut oil
 1 pinch chili flakes
 1 bunch of kale, stems removed
 250 g punned of cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
 2 garlic cloves, peeled & crushed
 400 g tin of organic lentils, drained & rinsed
 4 tbsp pumpkin seeds
 juice of 1 lemon
 salt/pepper to taste
1

In a medium sized fry pan, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Add tempeh, tamari, chili flakes, and sea salt. Cook tempeh for 2-3 minutes on both side until golden brown.

2

In a large fry pan, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes, then add kale, tomatoes, lentils and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until kale leaves start to wilt and lentils are heated/cooked through.

3

Add the kale and lentil mixture to a plate, sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top, drizzle with lemon, then top with tempeh and season with salt and pepper.

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