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Crispy Tater Tots with Lentils & Bacon

  By lentilsorg      

January 30, 2017

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Everyone loves tater tots. With the addition of cheddar, bacon, and lentils, this is a side dish everyone in the family will enjoy.

  • Prep: 30 Minutes
  • Cook: 10 Minutes

  • 30 Minutes

    10 Minutes

    40 Minutes

  • Yields: 4
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place tater tots on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring at the 10 minute mark.
  3. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheese, bacon, lentils, and sprinkle with chili powder.
  4. Return to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese has melted and lentils are crispy. Remove from the oven and scatter the green onions on top.
  5. Serve as a side dish alongside grilled chicken, sausages, vegetables, or fried eggs.

Salsa or sour cream are wonderful accompaniments to this kid-friendly side dish.

Ingredients

1 lb (500g) frozen tater tots or potato puffs

1 cup (250 mL) shredded sharp cheddar cheese

3 slices cooked bacon, chopped

1 cup (250 mL) cooked green lentils

1 tsp (5 mL) chili powder

2 green onions, chopped

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup (250 mL)
Calories430
Sodium840 mg
Potassium546 mg
Protein16 g
Cholesterol30 mg
Sugar2 g
Total Fat21 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Total Carbohydrates37 g
Dietary Fiber4 g