This old favorite will be ready in less than half the time it would take on the stovetop.
This old favorite will be ready in less than half the time it would take on the stovetop.
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, cut into ¼-inch dice
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 bay leaf
1 pound dried brown lentils
5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup): Calories 110 (16% from fat) • carb. 16g • pro. 7g fat 2g • sat. fat 0mg • chol. 0mg • sod. 515mg calc. 21mg • fiber 5g
For variation, stir in chopped fresh spinach and freshly grated Parmesan when serving.