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Ingredients
1 ½ cups dried green lentils
1 yellow onion, halved
1 large sprig thyme
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ red onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
½ cup chopped mint
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 to 6 servings)
36 grams carbs; 254 calories; 5 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 7 grams fat; 7 grams fiber; 282 milligrams sodium; 13 grams protein; 3 grams sugar
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Place lentils in a medium saucepan and cover with tepid water. Set aside to soak for 30 minutes. Drain the lentils and return them to the saucepan. Add the yellow onion, thyme, garlic and bay leaf. Cover the lentils by 2 inches with cold water and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the lentils are tender but not mushy, about 30 minutes.
- Step 2
Remove the lentils from the heat. Discard the onion, thyme, garlic and bay leaf and drain the lentils. Place them in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, salt and cumin and pour over the lentils. Add the red onion and bell pepper and toss. Stir in the mint just before serving. Serve warm or cold with roasted lamb, beef or poultry.
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Comments
I lightly sautéed maybe 2 cups of kale in 1tsp olive oil and i clove garlic. Then gently folded into the DELICIOUS lentils. Like BlueApples said, serve with crusty bread and dinner is served!
Absolutely simple to make, and delicious. Great potluck dish, good at any temperature, dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan.
I liked this, too. I also added small tomatoes, kalamata olives and feta. Ate as the main course. Seems very versatile for the add-ins.