SPICE MARKET SWEET POTATO AND LENTIL PACKETS

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From Vegetarian Times May/June 2010: Sweet potatoes and lentils get cooked in a curried broth inside packets for a lightly spicy dish. Serve with quinoa. Nutrition facts: 265 calories, 9g protein, 7g fat

Provided by BB2011

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 packet, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups sweet potatoes, finely diced
1 large bell pepper, diced (1.5 cups)
1 cup fresh green beans, finely sliced
1/4 cup golden raisin
2 tablespoons hot sesame oil
1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced (2 teaspoons)
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 1/2 cups cooked lentils or 1 (15 ounce) can lentils, rinsed and drained
4 tablespoons prepared mango chutney (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Place 4 16-inch lengths of foil on work surface. Fold foil in half from short side. Unfold. Shape corners and edges of one half into semicircular "bowl' with 1/2-inch sides. Coat insides of foil with cooking spray.
  • Combine sweet potato, bell pepper, green beans, and raisins in medium bowl. Add oil, and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Whisk together broth, ginger, garlic, and curry powder in small bowl.
  • Divide sweet potato mixture among packets; top with 1/3 cup lentils. Pour 1/4 cup broth mixture over lentils, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Fold ther half of foil over ingredients, and crimp edges in overlapping folds until packets are sealed. Transfer packets to baking sheet. Bake 25 minutes.
  • Transfer to plates. Let each person open packet carefully - escaping air will be hot. Top with chutney, if using.

Mohan Khatiwada
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jenisis Minjares
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I love the combination of sweet potatoes and lentils. They're a great source of fiber and protein.


samir mughal
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This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Frank Konka
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This recipe is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Samarah McFarling
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit!


Muhammad Fareed
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


armando perez
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I love the combination of sweet potatoes and lentils. They're a great source of fiber and protein.


obama gaming 5
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This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Sumia Naaim
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for busy weeknights.


young peter
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This recipe is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Jeyaraj Jeyaraj
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes. This dish definitely fits the bill!


Khan Zihad
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet potatoes and lentils.


Catrina Cooper
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I added some chopped spinach to this dish for an extra boost of nutrients.


Ronnie Mat
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone raved about the flavors.


Mustafa Sameer
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I had some roasted sweet potatoes from a previous meal, and they worked perfectly in this dish.


Tajmul Ansari
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I'm not typically a fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so flavorful and filling.


Jensun Keo
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This dish was a hit with my family! They loved the sweet and savory combination of flavors.


Rajgobind Thakur
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I followed the recipe exactly and the result was fantastic! The sweet potatoes and lentils were cooked perfectly, and the spices added a delicious depth of flavor.


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