Lentils of the Southwest
Servings
61/2 cup each
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine the lentils and 1 ¼ cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered until tender, about 30 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Add onions and garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender.
  4. Stir in cumin, red chili pepper, and chili powder. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Add onion/garlic mixture to cooked lentils. Add ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons water. Stir in tomatoes and salt.
  6. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  7. Just before serving stir in cilantro. Serve hot.
Recipe Notes

This makes a great side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Lentils of the Southwest
Amount Per Serving (1/2 cup eachg)
Calories 35 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 379mg 16%
Potassium 128mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 6%
Vitamin C 6%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium 1%
Iron 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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