Another Indian dish that is best accompanied by a raita and baked potatoes or chapati bread. (12 servings)

  • 3 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onions
  • ¾ tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 2 tsp. minced ginger
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 qt. water
  • 2 cups red lentils
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 ¼ tsp. lemon juice
  • 1 ¼ Tbsp. chopped cilantro

Heat the oil and sauté the onions with salt until wilted. Add the ginger and garlic and sauté several minutes. Add the water, lentils, turmeric and salt. Cook until tender. Add the lemon juice and cilantro just before serving.

Per Serving: Calories: 113 Protein: 7gm Fat: 3gm Carbohydrates: 15gm Sodium: 265mg