Diet
[x] Flexitarian + Omnivore
[x] Vegan
[x] Vegetarian
[x] Pescatarian
[x] Gluten free
[x] Weight Maint
[O] Keto Diet
[x] Mediterranean
[x] Lectin Avoidance: ?
[O] Oxalate Avoidance: lentils have lower oxalate (?)
[x] Purine Avoidance
French Lentils
Basics on how to cook brown, French Lentils.
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PinServings: 1 Cups
Calories: 221kcal
Ingredients
- 1 diced carrot
- 1 diced red onion
- 3 diced garlic
- 1 T olive oil
- 2 T thyme leaves
- 3 bay leaves
- 6 C water
- 1 C french lentils
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
Instructions
Mise en Place
- First, wash and dice the veggies.
- Then wash and measure out the herbs.
- Pour the lentils on a baking sheet and review for any stones or other items that do not belong. Rinse the lentils using a sieve and running water and set aside.
Sautee
- Sautée the aromatics (garlic, onion, carrots) in oil until onions are translucent.
- Add herbs and heat in the oil a bit, to help release aromas.
- Then add water and lentils.
Boiling and Simmer
- Cook until boiling, then cover and lower heat to a low simmer (just a few bubbles) for ~35 minutes.
- Taste for texture and add additional time in 5 min increments. Be sure to monitor as too much cooking will make the lentils mushy, and we want to feel each individual bean as we eat.
Serve
- Drain off any remaining liquid, and season with salt and plenty of pepper.
- To serve as a stand alone side, add a creamy olive-vinegar dressing.
- To serve as a Lentil Salad mix these lentils with the other ingredients.
- To have on hand, break into portions and freeze for future "thaw and use".
Notes
This is a healthy side dish that can be used for a variety of recipes, both warm and cold.
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 10856IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 3mg
