How to Make Red Lentils with Veggies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red lentils are a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can easily be incorporated into a variety of dishes. One great way to enjoy the earthy flavor and creamy texture of red lentils is by cooking them with a medley of flavorful vegetables. This Red Lentils with Veggies recipe is not only delicious but also packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.

Red lentils, also known as masoor dal, are a type of legume that is commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup masoor dal
  • 1 red onion, minced
  • 1 cup water, or more as needed, divided
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons berbere spice blend, or to taste
  • 1 cup plain tomato sauce
  • 1 cup diced zucchini
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Soak masoor dal in 4 cups water; swish with your hands to clean. Drain; repeat twice.
  • Combine onion and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium-low heat; simmer until water is absorbed, 5 to 7 minutes. Add oil and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add bebere powder; cook and stir for 3 minutes more.
  • Mix tomato sauce and 1/2 cup water into onion-spice mixture; bring to a boil. Add masoor dal and carrots; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally and adding water as needed to maintain a soupy consistency, until carrots are just tender, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini; cook and stir until lentils are tender, about 5 minutes more. Add salt to taste.
  • Nutrition

    226 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 506mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 642mg