Indian Spiced Lentil Stew with Rice is a type of dal or curried lentil dish that is a staple in Indian cuisine. There are a variety of types of dal, but what they all have in common is lentils and/or split peas and curry seasonings. It’s that delicious combination of exotic spices that make all Indian food so addicting. But this dish is particularly healthy – so feel free to indulge!

Yield: 3 Servings

Total Time: 1 Hour 10 Minutes

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 60 Minutes

Ingredients

• 5 cups water
• 1 cup mixed lentils and split peas
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup chopped red onions
• 1 cup tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 cups frozen veggies
• ½ cup brown rice

Directions

Bring water to a rolling boil in a pot; add the lentils and split peas, and cook for about 50 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet and fry in red onions for about 4 minutes or until fragrant and golden brown. Stir in garlic and spices and cook for about 3 minutes. Add in tomato paste and then stir in the boiled lentils and split peas until well combined.

Add frozen veggies to lentils and cook for 5 minutes more.

Meanwhile, boil rice in salted water until tender. Serve the Indian Spiced Lentil Stew with rice. Enjoy!

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 330 Total Fat: 1.6 g; Carbs: 62 g; Dietary Fiber: 20 g; Sugars: 3.9 g; Protein: 17.4 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 281 mg