Delicious lentils
Votes: 10
Time: 30 min.
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4
Nutritional value per serving:
Calories 271, total fat 11 G., saturated fats 1.5 G., proteins 14 G., carbohydrates 30 G., fiber 7.5 G., cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 136 mg, sugar 2 G.
Calories 271, total fat 11 G., saturated fats 1.5 G., proteins 14 G., carbohydrates 30 G., fiber 7.5 G., cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 136 mg, sugar 2 G.
Lovers of Eastern cuisine will appreciate the rich flavor and luxurious aroma of this dish, which can be served as a thick vegetarian soup or as a side dish with meat. Its ease of preparation and the health benefits of lentils are also appealing. Red or yellow lentils, which cook easily, are best for this recipe. Cook them with a pinch of turmeric and ginger and toss with sautéed cherry tomatoes. Don't forget to add chopped fresh cilantro; it adds an especially wonderful flavor and aroma.
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Recipe:
Combine 1 cup red or yellow lentils, 4 cups water, a pinch of turmeric, and 1 inch (2.5 cm) finely chopped ginger in a saucepan and bring to a boil; simmer for 15-20 minutes. Whisk the lentils vigorously and season with salt to taste. In a frying pan, sauté 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 sliced garlic cloves, and 2-3 dried red chilies in 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes; cook for 1 minute. Combine the tomatoes and lentils, adding chopped cilantro.
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