LENTILS WITH GINGER, GOLDEN BEETS, AND HERBS

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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

1 pound (about 6 medium) trimmed golden or red beets
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup (6 ounces) dried lentils, such as French green or black beluga
6 thin slices fresh ginger plus 1 teaspoon finely grated
1/4 medium red onion, finely diced (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds, toasted and ground, or 1 teaspoon ground
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus leaves for garnish
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, plus leaves for garnish

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

M umair M umair
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with lentils, golden beets, and herbs. I love the sweet and savory flavor combination.


Hiltom Williams
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Kassie Jewell
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I added some chopped carrots and celery to the mix and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Aliugbala Mmaduabuchi
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The ginger, golden beets, and herbs complement each other perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Rana Sheharyar
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This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The lentils are hearty and filling and the ginger and golden beets add a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Asael Ravenelle
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils and this recipe is a winner! The ginger, golden beets, and herbs add a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Hafiz Kashif Joiya
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with lentils, golden beets, and herbs. I love the sweet and savory flavor combination.


Jogodish Das
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Fatima Zerriouh (XxnagataxX)
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I added some chopped carrots and celery to the mix and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Brayo Yobra
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I highly recommend it.


Suman AcharyA
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used brown lentils and they cooked perfectly. The ginger, golden beets, and herbs added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


ak Pathan
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this dish was really good! The ginger, golden beets, and herbs added a lot of flavor. I would definitely make this again.


RJ Friends club Owner by M FARID HOSSEN RJ
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This was a great recipe! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I added a little bit of extra ginger and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Rabia Begum
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The flavors were amazing and the lentils were so creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Mike Adair
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the ginger, golden beets, and herbs added a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.