MIMI'S LENTIL MEDLEY

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I made this one summer evening by putting together what I had on hand. My husband gave it his top rating. -Mary Ann Hazen, Rochester Hills, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 cups water
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium cucumber, cubed
1 medium zucchini, cubed
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped soft sun-dried tomato halves (not packed in oil)
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional

Steps:

  • Place lentils in a small saucepan. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse in cold water., Transfer to a large bowl. Add mushrooms, cucumber, zucchini, onion and tomatoes. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mint, oil, honey, basil and oregano. Drizzle over lentil mixture; toss to coat. Add spinach, cheese and, if desired, bacon; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Czam Office
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I love this lentil medley! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Habineza Mathias
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This lentil medley is a delicious and healthy meal. It's perfect for a meatless Monday dinner.


Md Ibrahim Toyube
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I've made this lentil medley several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tina Russian
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This lentil medley is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Tabish khan
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I made this lentil medley in my slow cooker and it was perfect. I just threw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work.


Sameer Sam
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This lentil medley is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots, celery, and onion to the pot and it turned out delicious.


Damo Tinny
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were so flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the sweet potatoes.


Siku Matengu
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This lentil medley is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use pantry staples to make this dish. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


marion
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I made this lentil medley for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I also liked the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a nice depth of flavor. Over


Jason Manhoso
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This lentil medley is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and spices, and the result is a comforting and satisfying stew. I especially enjoyed the addition of t