Turmeric Lentil & Quinoa Bowl

In seasons of healing, whether emotional, spiritual, or physical, our bodies need nourishment that aligns with our intentions. This Turmeric Lentil & Quinoa Bowl isn’t just a recipe; it’s a gentle reminder that how we care for our bodies is a reflection of how we steward the life God has given us.

Scripture reminds us in 1 Corinthians 10:31, “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

So let’s eat with purpose. Let’s nourish with love. Let’s choose foods that support healing from the inside out.

Why This Bowl Matters for Holistic Wellness

This dish is a powerhouse of healing, plant-based ingredients. It was crafted with intention to:

• Support emotional wellness with calming magnesium from greens.

• Aid digestion and gut health with fiber-rich lentils and quinoa.

• Reduce inflammation with turmeric, one of God’s most potent natural anti-inflammatories.

• Provide clean, steady energy to carry you through the day, physically and spiritually.

Whether you’re walking through grief, stress, fatigue, or simply a busy season of motherhood, ministry, or growth... this is food that meets you where you are and lifts you higher.

Ingredients

 (Serves 2–3):

• 1/2 cup dry quinoa (rinsed)

• 1/2 cup dry red lentils (rinsed)

• 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil

• 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ground turmeric

• 1/2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp ground coriander

• 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)

• 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)

• 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Optional toppings: avocado slices, pumpkin seeds, fresh parsley

Instructions

:

1. In a medium pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.

2. Stir in garlic and spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander). Let them bloom in the heat for 1 minute.

3. Add quinoa, lentils, broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.

4. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, until the quinoa and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.

5. Stir in the spinach or kale and let wilt. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.

6. Serve warm with toppings of choice.

Faith-Fueled Reflection:

Just as our physical hunger points us to food, our emotional triggers can point us to deeper wounds that need healing. When we respond to both with intention, nourishing the body and inviting God into our broken places, we experience holistic restoration.

Let this bowl be a gentle act of obedience: a moment to slow down, be still, and care for the temple He entrusted to you.

Share This with Someone Who Needs It:

Know a brother or sister in Christ who’s walking through a hard season? Send them this recipe with a note of encouragement. Healing often begins with small, intentional steps, like a warm meal and a word of hope.