Air Fryer Lentil & Cheese Bowl

Name: Air Fryer Lentil & Cheese Bowl
Prep time: 6 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 180g Lentils; Paprika; 30g Cheese; Cooking oil; Salt & pepper

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Steps· Pan

1
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat.
2
Add the drained cooked lentils and paprika and cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until hot.
3
Scatter over the cheese, cover for 1-2 minutes to melt.
4
Season and serve.

Storage & leftovers

Refrigerate for up to 2 days and reheat in the air fryer until piping hot throughout.

Student tip

Skip pouring in extra oil — a light spray is plenty to crisp this up. Too much oil or fat isn't healthy and just makes the basket greasy.

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