cumin-spiced green lentils |
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 40 mins
Total time: 45 mins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium leek, white part thinly chopped
- 1 medium garlic clove, thinly chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté leek and garlic in tomato paste, continuously stirring, until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Add green lentils, water and a pinch of salt. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until cooked through.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add cumin and mix to combine. Serve warm.
Recipe by Savormania at http://www.savormania.com/cumin-spiced-green-lentils/
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