Red lentils are a great staple to have available in your pantry. They have a mild flavor, cook fast and are full of fiber, folate and iron.
1 cup dried red lentils (can use canned too- just skip the lentil cooking part below)
1 tbs olive oil
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 can of chopped organic tomatoes
1 cup chopped frozen organic spinach (defrosted)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbs turmeric
Splash of red wine vinegar
1. Cook the lentils over medium heat with 2 cups of water for about 10-15 minutes.
2. While lentils are cooking, sauté the garlic in the olive oil on low heat.
3. When lentils are just tender, add them to the oil and garlic. Stir in the tomatoes, spinach and spices. Let simmer for a few minutes until heated through. Stir in the splash of vinegar right before serving.
4. Serve over brown rice, whole wheat cous cous or quinoa.
Enjoy!
Oooo--I'll have to try this one! I'm not sure I've ever had lentils
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