For anyone trying to eat less meat and still get their protein, this is a beautiful, vibrant, nutrient-packed main course. For the rest of us, it's a lovely side dish to accompany a roast chicken on a cozy winter evening. The jewel tones of this recipe are amazing, but feel free to use any root veggie you like.

Chef Tip: Whenever we make lentils, we make twice the amount that the recipe calls for and save half for lunch the next day. You can toss them in a salad, sauté them, or smash them and make a hummus-style spread for a sandwich.