Armenian Lentils Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 35 mins

Additional: 3 mins

Total: 48 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Armenian Lentils Recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 yellow onion

chopped

4 cups water

1 cup lentils

¼ cup bulgur

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 lemon

quartered

2 green onions

chopped

1 cup plain yogurt

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat; cook and stir the onion in the oil until caramelized 5 to 7 minutes; set aside.

Step 2

Bring water to a boil in a pan over medium heat; add the lentils. Return mixture to a boil reduce heat to low; simmer until the lentils get soupy about 15 minutes. Stir in the bulgur salt and pepper; simmer until water is completely absorbed about 10 minutes; stir in the caramelized onions. Remove from heat cover and allow to rest for 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Divide lentils into 4 even portions; squeeze one lime wedge over each portion and top with green onions and yogurt.

Nutritional Information

Armenian Lentils Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 284.6

% Daily Value *

Protein: 16g 32%

Carbohydrates: 40.6g 13%

Dietary Fiber: 13.2g 53%

Sugars: 8.4g

Fat: 8.4g 13%

Saturated Fat: 1.7g 8%

Cholesterol: 3.7mg 1%

Vitamin A Iu: 126.1IU 3%

Niacin Equivalents: 4.2mg 32%

Vitamin B6: 0.3mg 21%

Vitamin C: 26mg 43%

Folate: 237.3mcg 59%

Calcium: 175.1mg 18%

Iron: 4.8mg 27%

Magnesium: 78.9mg 28%

Potassium: 734.2mg 21%

Sodium: 921.6mg 37%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 27%

Calories From Fat: 75.9

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.