red lentils and poached happy egg: a healthy, hearty breakfast (or lunch!)

Crack, cook, and savor: every bite of this Red Lentils and Poached Happy Egg recipe is full of wholesome goodness! Picture this: creamy poached eggs meet tender, flavor-packed red lentils for a breakfast that’s quick, hearty, and delicious. 

Did we mention that Red Lentils and Poached Happy Eggs work for an easy, protein-packed lunch, too?! 

Why You’ll Love This Breakfast Recipe

• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes—ideal for busy mornings or a cozy midday break.

• Good-for-You Ingredients: Protein-packed eggs and fiber-rich lentils create a healthy breakfast to start your day. 

• Endlessly Customizable: Avocado? Melted cheese? Hot sauce? Yes, yes, and absolutely yes!

Ingredients

• 2-4 Happy Eggs 

• 1 small onion, diced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 cup uncooked split red lentils

• 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)

• 1 (15-oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• ¼ cup parsley leaves or your favorite herbs, finely diced

Instructions

1. Sauté the Onion: In a saucepan, heat olive oil and add diced onion. Sauté until soft and golden.

2. Cook the Lentils: Add the dry lentils, vegetable broth, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Stir well.

3. Simmer: Pop a lid on, lower the heat, and let everything simmer for 7-10 minutes.

4. Season: Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and parsley.

5. Top with Poached Eggs: Carefully place your perfectly poached Happy Eggs on top of the warm lentils.

6. Serve & Enjoy!

Need a quick refresher on poaching eggs? Check out our Perfect Poached Egg Guide for fail-proof tips!

Yummy Topping Ideas

• Creamy avocado slices (always a good idea with poached eggs!)

• Roasted veggies

• Crumbled feta or goat cheese

• Wilted spinach or arugula

• A pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce

Tips

• Red Lentil Swap: Any variety of lentils will work. Just adjust the cooking time as needed.

• Milder Flavors: Not into smoky flavors? Swap fire-roasted tomatoes for regular diced tomatoes or fresh tomatoes if they’re in season.