Look for French green lentils, which hold their shape very well after cooking, in the bulk department, where you can buy just what you need for this recipe.
Special Diets:
Method
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
Add carrot, 3 cups water, lentils, bay leaf, thyme, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
Simmer until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.
Adjust seasoning and serve.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
200
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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