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Warming Lentil Stew

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Yields: 4 people

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 parsnips or carrots, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon sesame or olive oil

  • 1 cup red lentils, washed

  • 5 cups water

  • 2 teaspoons cumin

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

  • Chopped parsley or scallion for garnish

 

Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a pot and sauté onion and parsnip for 10 minutes.

  2. Add washed lentils and water and bring to a boil.

  3. Skim off the foam. Lower the heat, add cumin and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.

  4. Add the lemon juice and salt. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

  5. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with parsley or scallion

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