French Lentils
Ooh là là! Innovative microwave cooking means no more mushy lentils. And, they’ll be ready in just a matter of minutes. Serve as a side with salmon, roasted veggies, and quinoa; add to salads or sautéed greens; or serve on toast or pitas. C’est magnifique!
Ingredients
- 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) lentils, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups mixed frozen veggies
- 2 tbsp Herb & Garlic Dip Mix or Rosemary Garlic Seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
Preparation
- In Square Steamer, combine lentils, veggies, dip mix, and oil. Cover and microwave on high 5–6 min. Stir before serving.
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Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 240, Fat 7 g (Saturated g, 0 g), Cholesterol mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g (Fiber 13 g, Sugars 5 g), Protein 12 g.
Tips
French lentils are a variety of small, green lentils. To cook them, add 2 1⁄4 cups dried lentils to 6 cups boiling water; reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 min, or until tender. Drain any excess water and serve immediately.