Colombian Lentils

Lentils are a staple in Colombian cuisine and are often enjoyed with rice and meat as part of a traditional meal.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Colombian Lentils

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Colombian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Potato
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, heat some oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, cumin, paprika, and bay leaf. Cook for a few minutes.
4. Add the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 40 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.