When the summer sun is shining and the markets are brimming with an array of vibrant, fresh produce, it's time to indulge in the delightful flavors of summer lentils with tomatoes. This quintessential summer dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender lentils simmered in a flavorful broth, sweet and juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of tangy acidity. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating the most delicious summer lentils with tomatoes, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of the season's bounty.
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LENTILS WITH TOMATOES
A Middle Eastern dish with a deliciously simple taste. Serve with rice, couscous, or whatever you like.
Provided by Mary Hansen Smith
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a pot, bring the water to a boil, and stir in the lentils. Reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes; drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and saute the green bell pepper and onion until tender. Mix in the tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the lentils, reduce heat, and simmer 25 to 30 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 17.3 mg, Sugar 7 g
STEWED LENTILS AND TOMATOES
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onions, carrots and fennel and cook over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Meanwhile, rinse and pick over the lentils to make sure there are no stones in the package.
- Add the tomatoes, lentils, chicken stock, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Raise the heat to bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer covered for about 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender. Check occasionally to be sure the liquid is still simmering. Remove from the heat and allow the lentils to sit covered for another 10 minutes. Add the vinegar, season to taste, and serve hot.
SUMMER LENTILS WITH TOMATOES
This quick and simple lentil stew is a perfect use for summer's ripe cherry tomatoes.
Provided by Cally
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and garlic. Cook, covered, until tomatoes burst, about 5 minutes. Add chard; cook until wilted. Add water, lentils, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until lentils are tender yet firm to the bite, about 25 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and additional salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 294.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
LENTILS WITH GARLIC, ONION, AND TOMATO
This dish is very quick to make and a welcome accompaniment for flatbreads. Dal (split mung beans) is quickly cooked with a little turmeric, cinnamon and bay leaf to make a satisfying soupy stew. It can also be served as a dal fry, fried with a little garlic, onion and tomato. Either way, it should come to the table piping hot, an ideal companion for fresh chapatis.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield Approximately 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- You will need a medium-sized saucepan, and a large deep skillet or saucepan.
- To cook split mung beans, rinse off with cold water and then place in a saucepan with four cups of water, turmeric, bay leaf, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in salt. Serve hot, with a stack of chapatis.
- To make Dal Fry:
- In another large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over high heat. Toss in the garlic and onion and cook for 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for one minute longer, stirring the entire time. Now pour in the cooked mung dal and stir (watch out for spattering as the dal first hits the oil). Cook the dal for 2 to 3 minutes, or if the dal was cold or at room temperature, cook until hot. Serve immediately in individual bowls or in one large bowl.
SOFT LENTILS WITH ROASTED TOMATOES AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS
I got this recipe from Mollie Katzen's Vegetable Heaven. It sounds complicated because of all the steps, but it's quite easy to make, especially if you know how to roast tomatoes. This goes great with with couscous or a long grain rice.
Provided by Stephanie Z.
Categories Stew
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Line a baking sheet wit aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Cut off tomato stems and place the whole tomatoes (with skin) on baking sheet.
- Roast tomatoes in oven for 30-40 minutes. Riper tomatoes roast more quickly.
- Every 10-15 minutes, use a paper towel to soak off juices that are on the foil, if there is juice.
- We want the tomatoes to roast from their inner juices.
- Meanwhile, lightly spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add butter, allowing it to melt with the oil.
- Stir in the onion and salt.
- Cook, covered over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring often.
- The onions should be soft and golden.
- Remove tomatoes from oven, and allow to cool.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
- Peel off tomato skins.
- This should be pretty easy after the roasting process.
- Seed and mince tomatoes.
- There should be 1 cup of for this dish.
- Add tomatoes to onions.
- Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add remaining ingredients except the olives, and stir well.
- Transfer mixture to casserole dish.
- Cover tightly with foil, and bake for about 45 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with a scattering of the sliced green olives for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.5, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 474.1, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 17.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 19
LENTILS, GARLIC AND TOMATOES
Make and share this Lentils, garlic and tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Lentil
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large 2 quart pot over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook until JUST turning golden.
- Add tomatoes and cook down to thick, around 8 minutes.
- Add lentils and 2 1/2 cups water.
- Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat.
- Simmer 30 minutes.
- Add the salt and lemon juice.
- Mix well.
TOMATO-GARLIC LENTIL BOWLS
An Ethiopian recipe inspired this feel-good dinner that's tangy, creamy and packed with hearty comfort. -Rachael Cushing, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onions 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in lentils, seasonings and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes., Stir in lemon juice and tomato paste; heat through. Serve with yogurt and, if desired, tomatoes and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 419mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal lentils. Fresh lentils are more flavorful and have a better texture than dried lentils. If you're using dried lentils, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Rinse the lentils before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Cook the lentils in a flavorful broth. This will help to infuse the lentils with flavor. You can use vegetable broth, chicken broth, or beef broth.
- Add vegetables and herbs to the lentils while they're cooking. This will help to create a more flavorful dish. Some good vegetables to add include onions, carrots, celery, and tomatoes. Some good herbs to add include thyme, oregano, and basil.
- Season the lentils to taste. Once the lentils are cooked, taste them and add salt, pepper, and other spices as needed.
- Serve the lentils over rice, quinoa, or another grain. This will help to make a more filling meal.
Conclusion:
Summer lentils with tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and herbs, and then served over rice or another grain. This dish is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also low in calories and fat.
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