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Beet Braised Lentils with Thyme and Apples

A comforting and hearty side dish that is full of flavour.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 150 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 cup dried green, brown or French Lentils (I used du Puy)
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cooked beets boiled or roasted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
  • 1 apple Honeycrisp or Russet
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut optional
  • goat cheese crumbled, optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. In a heavy bottomed stovetop-to-oven pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Toss in minced garlic and thyme leaves. Cook for an additional minute, then pour in lentils and stock.
  4. Add the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, grate the beets on the large side of a box grater and add to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. When the lentils have reached the boiling stage, remove from heat and place in the middle rack of the oven. Cook for 50-60 minutes, or until lentils are tender. There will still be a little liquid, but it will be absorbed.
  6. Remove braised lentils from the oven; stir in the salt and vinegar. TAste and adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Spoon into bowls. Top with grated or julienne apple, a spoonful of sauerkraut and a sprinkling of goat cheese. Enjoy at once.

Nutrition Information

Calories 150kcal (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150

% Daily Value*

Calories 150kcal 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.