Lentils

 

Lentils are a highly nutritious food. They are rich in minerals, protein, and fiber.

100 grams (g) of cooked lentils contains:

116 calories (kcal)

9.02 g of protein

0.38 g of fat

20.13 g of carbohydrates, including 7.9 g of fiber and 1.8 g of sugar

Lentils also provide the following essential nutrients:

folate

iron

manganese

phosphorus

thiamin

potassium

vitamin B-6

Lentils are also a source of:

riboflavin

niacin

pantothenic acid

magnesium

zinc

copper

selenium

Read more about the benefits of lentils here.

Here is one of our favorite ways to eat lentils:

Lentil Tostados

1 c. lentils

3 c. water

1 c. sauteed onion

1 1/2 tsp. salt

Cook lentils until tender.

Chop the following vegetables. Amounts are determined by how many people you're serving.

lettuce

onion

parsley

cucumbers

tomato

Toast bread (homemade whole grain is best!), one or two slices per person. Spread each slice with ranch dressing. Spoon lentils on each slice, then top with chopped vegetables. Drizzle with more dressing. Enjoy!

Lentil Roast

1/2 c. chopped onion

1 c. cooked lentils

1/2 c. bread crumbs

1/2 c. chopped walnuts

3/4 c. tomato sauce or tomato puree

1 1/2 Tbs. flour

1 bay leaf, crushed

1/2 tsp. salt

sweet basil and garlic powder to taste

 

Mix well, then pour into loaf pan. Bake 45 minutes at 375F.

This can also be made into patties.