Persian Lentils
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
218 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern, Persian
Persian Lentils
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Try these aromatic Persian lentils, with turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin. It’s an easy recipe that makes a nourishing and hearty side dish for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves of garlic finely diced
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup red lentils 190g
- 3 cups vegetable stock 700ml
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Instructions
- Heat the oil in a saute pan over a medium/low heat, then add the onion and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until soft but not browned.
- Add the garlic and spices and cook for a further minute.
- Stir in the lentils and stock and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Notes
- Sauté the onions well: Make sure to cook the onions until soft and translucent to bring out their sweetness.
- Don’t overcook the lentils: Red lentils cook quickly and can become mushy if overdone. Keep an eye on them during the simmering stage.
- Adjust the consistency: If the lentils are too thick for your liking, add a bit more stock or water. If they’re too thin, let them simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to thicken.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
218kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
710mg
(30%)
Potassium
512mg
(15%)
Fiber
15g
(60%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
401IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
46mg
(5%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 218kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 710mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 401IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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