Cookwith - Mediterranean Lentil & Veggie Bake

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional, for serving)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)