Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing lentil dish infused with the vibrant flavors of ginger, golden beets, and an aromatic blend of herbs. Discover a symphony of textures and colors as tender lentils mingle with earthy beets, crisp carrots, and a medley of fresh herbs. This wholesome and nutritious meal is a celebration of plant-based goodness, offering a satisfying and flavorful experience.
In addition to the main lentil recipe, our article presents a delightful array of complementary dishes to elevate your dining experience. Prepare a refreshing golden beet salad, showcasing the sweet and earthy flavors of roasted beets paired with a tangy dressing. Indulge in a creamy and flavorful avocado tahini dip, perfect for dipping vegetables or spreading on sandwiches and wraps. For a crunchy and satisfying side dish, try our roasted carrot fries, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. Explore the versatility of lentils with our hearty lentil soup, a comforting and nourishing dish perfect for a chilly day. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, try our delicious lentil chocolate chip cookies, a unique and delectable treat that combines the goodness of lentils with the classic flavors of chocolate.
LENTILS WITH GINGER, GOLDEN BEETS, AND HERBS
Steps:
- Place beets, the water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a baking dish. Cover with parchment, then foil, and bake until beets are tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 45 to 55 minutes. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Rub off skins with paper towel, then quarter beets and place in a small bowl. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil.
- Meanwhile, combine lentils and sliced ginger in a saucepan, and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; discard ginger. Transfer to a large bowl, and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Combine grated ginger, the onion, vinegar, honey, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; let stand 15 minutes. Whisk in remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the ground coriander. Pour over lentils, and toss to coat. Season with pepper. Stir in chopped mint and cilantro. Arrange beet wedges on top of lentils. Garnish with herb leaves, and serve immediately.
- Nutrition Information
- (Per Serving)
- Calories: 173
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 9g
- Sodium: 383mg
- Fiber: 11g
LENTIL, BEETROOT AND HAZELNUT SALAD WITH A GINGER DRESSING
Provided by Amelia Freer
Categories Low Fat Kid-Friendly Dinner Lunch Lentil Beet Summer Healthy Vegan Hazelnut Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 2-3
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. For the lentils, put them in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil the reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid has evaporated and the lentils are not mushy and still with a bite.
- 2. As soon as the lentils are cooked transfer them to a large bowl and leave to cool.
- 3. Once the lentils are cool, add the beetroot, spring onions, hazelnuts and herbs and stir until everything is combined.
- 4. For the dressing, put the ginger, mustard, oil and vinegar in a bowl and, using a hand-held blender, blend until combined.
- 5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve.
LENTILS WITH GINGER (AND BEETS)
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place beets, water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a baking dish. Cover with parchment, then foil, and bake until beets are tender when pierced with the tip of a small knife, 45 to 55 minutes. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel and quarter beets, and place in a small bowl. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil. 2. Combine lentils and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan, and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; discard ginger. Transfer to a large bowl, and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt. 3. Combine remaining teaspoon salt and the grated ginger, onion, vinegar, and honey, and let stand for 15 minutes. Whisk in remaining tablespoon oil and the coriander. Pour over lentils, and toss to coat. Season with pepper. Stir in chopped mint and cilantro. Arrange beet wedges on top of lentils. Garnish with herbs, and serve immediately. (or let cool and stew in its own juices :)
BEET AND LENTIL SALAD WITH CHEDDAR
This salad is a party of sweet, earthy and salty flavors. Store-bought, vacuum-packed beets are called for here, which are not only convenient, but have a mellow fruitiness and a tender texture that is ideal in salads. (If you have fresh beets, and have the time to roast them, you can use those instead.) Beets naturally pair well with sharp and tangy ingredients, and while goat cheese may be a more common accompaniment, crumbly aged Cheddar offsets the sweetness of the beets and the apple cider dressing (though any sharp Cheddar works). French green lentils offer a nutty, peppery, almost mineral-like flavor and are perfect for salads because they hold their shape well, though if you only have brown lentils, that's just fine. (They cook slightly faster, so adjust the cook time accordingly.) Finally, there's no shame in opting for canned lentils.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, beans, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the salad: In a medium pot, add the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water. Season with salt and bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until just tender. (The lentils should still have some bite). Drain in a colander and stir to break up and evenly distribute the garlic. Let the lentils cool slightly.
- While the lentils cook, prepare the vinaigrette: In a large serving bowl, whisk the garlic, vinegar, oil, maple syrup and mustard with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Add the warm lentils to the serving bowl, then add the arugula, herbs and beets. Season with salt and black pepper and toss. Add the Cheddar and toss gently, but don't overdo it because you don't want the cheese to turn crimson from the beets. To serve, top with hazelnuts.
LENTIL SALAD WITH BEETS AND GINGER
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, lunch, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place lentils in a heavy saucepan, cover with cold water to a depth of one inch, bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Drain the lentils and set aside, covered.
- While the lentils are cooking, cut the beet tops down to within an inch of the bulbs. Place the beets in a saucepan, cover with water and simmer until they are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, peel and dice the beets, discarding the stems and roots.
- Heat the oil in a small skillet and add the ginger. Saute for a minute or so, then pour this oil over the drained lentils. Add the diced beets and fold them in.
- Beat the mustard and vinegar together and pour over the salad. Fold all the ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 312, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 286 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LENTILS WITH GINGER AND LEMON FLAVOR
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, lunch, quick, main course, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the onions, garlic and bay leaf. Cook, stirring, until the onions are lightly browned.
- Add the lentils, water, cinnamon, Tabasco, lemon juice, skin and pulp, ginger and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes until tender and most of the moisture is removed. Do not overcook. Remove the bay leaf and sprinkle with coriander. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 425, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 846 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LENTILS WITH GINGER, GOLDEN BEETS, AND HERBS
Lentils are enlivened by coriander, ginger, mint, and cilantro. Sweet beets add lots of minerals.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place beets, water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a baking dish. Cover with parchment, then foil, and bake until beets are tender when pierced with the tip of a small knife, 45 to 55 minutes. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel and quarter beets, and place in a small bowl. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil.
- Combine lentils and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan, and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; discard ginger. Transfer to a large bowl, and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the grated ginger, onion, vinegar, and honey, and let stand for 15 minutes. Whisk in remaining tablespoon oil and the coriander. Pour over lentils, and toss to coat. Season with pepper. Stir in chopped mint and cilantro. Arrange beet wedges on top of lentils. Garnish with herbs, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 9 g, Sodium 383 g
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients beforehand. Chop the vegetables, mince the garlic and ginger, and measure out the spices before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process much smoother and faster.
- Use high-quality lentils. Lentils come in a variety of colors and sizes. For this recipe, I recommend using green or brown lentils. They hold their shape well and have a slightly nutty flavor.
- Don't overcook the lentils. Lentils should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked lentils will become mushy and lose their flavor.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth. The vegetable broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. I recommend using a low-sodium broth so that you can control the amount of salt in the soup.
- Add the herbs at the end of cooking. The herbs will add a fresh flavor to the soup, but they can lose their flavor if they are cooked for too long. Stir them in just before serving.
Conclusion:
This lentil soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The ginger, golden beets, and herbs add a unique and delicious flavor to the soup. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!
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