Lentils: a word that may invoke a feeling of-“oh, I only order those when I’m out for Indian Food”. But, wait…you too can make lentils AND make them taste awesome with hardly any added fats and no sweat off your back.
Lentils are protein powerhouses, and a great choice for a main meal for vegans, vegetarians, or those who want a good hearty meal/side dish. We made these for a dinner party one night as a side dish to go with chicken and kale, and they got a rave review! They are awesome left over, so go ahead and make a double batch. You’ll have a great lunch all week long! Add in some greens and you have a meal packed with protein and calcium (your dentist will be so proud!).
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup of chopped carrots
- 3/4 cup of chopped celery
- 1/2 cup of onion
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup of french/brown or green lentils (we use Organic)
- 2 1/2 cups of water
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 2 tsp citrus vinegar (if you don’t have one, use a white wine or mild vinegar)
- 1/4-1/2 tsp kosher salt to taste
Instructions:
- Place olive oil in a pot and add in carrots, celery, and onions. Saute until slightly softened (about 4 mins)
- Rinse lentils in a colander and add into the pot. Add water and bring to a boil
- Reduce to simmer for about 30 minutes until water is absorbed. Add in garlic at the very end (last 2 minutes or so) to maximize nutritional benefits.
- Turn heat off heat and stir in parsley, vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Benefits:
- Packed with protein: awesome for healing and repairing tissues
- High in Vitamin A: great nutrient for bone and dental strength, eye and skin health, helps to lower blood pressure, improve circulation
- Anti-oxidants: great sources of 263% of Vitamin A, 55% Vitamin C, 69% of iron, and 1423 mg of potassium daily needs in entire recipe
- Anti-inflammatory: Vitamins A & C help to reduce inflammation in the body.
- High in fiber: helps to regulate blood sugar and improve digestive health and function
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
Oolala Lentils: Vegan & Gluten Free Lentils
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Lentils made with carrots, celery, and parsley: gluten free and vegan recipe
Author: www.gardenfreshfoodie.com
Recipe type: Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- ¾ cup of chopped carrots
- ¾ cup of chopped celery
- ½ cup of onion
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup of french/brown or green lentils
- 2½ cups of water
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 2 tsp citrus vinegar (if you don't have one, use a white wine or mild vinegar)
- ¼-1/2 tsp kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Place olive oil in a pot and add in carrots, celery, and onions. Saute until slightly softened (about 4 mins)
- Rinse lentils in a colander and add into the pot. Add water and bring to a boil
- Reduce to simmer for about 30 minutes until water is absorbed. Add in garlic at the very end (last 2 minutes or so) to maximize nutritional benefits.
- Turn heat off heat and stir in parsley, vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition size as a side dish. Entire recipe has 263% of Vitamin A, 55% Vitamin C, 69% of iron, and 1423 mg of potassium daily needs
Nutrition Information
Serving size: ⅙ Calories: 72 Fat: 1 g Carbohydrates: 16 g Fiber: 7 g Protein: 5.8 g
