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Lentils with Chia Seeds
Yields:
4
Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Cal/Serv:
492
Chia seeds add a mild nutty flavor to this hearty dish.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 large white onion
- 1 tsp. cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger
- 2 tsp. turmeric
- 1/2 fresh jalapeño
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable stock
- 2 cups red lentils
- 1 can tomatoes
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 4 Tbsp. Chopped cilantro
- brown rice
Directions
- Step 1Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes. Add cumin seeds, cardamom, and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Step 2Stir in 4 cups water, ginger, turmeric, jalapeño, vegetable stock, lentils, and tomatoes, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in salt, chia seeds, and cilantro; serve immediately with brown rice on the side, if using.
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