Real Greek Salad
Tangy Barbecue Lentils
Make-ahead lentils are loaded with fiber and antioxidants.
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8 servings
A great make-ahead for a potluck or a picnic, this dish is loaded with fiber and antioxidants.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 cup chopped onion
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon powdered mustard
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2 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
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3/4 cup tomato sauce
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3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 1/2 cups dry lentils, rinsed
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté about 3 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder and powdered mustard. Sauté about 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Add broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, mustard, honey and lentils. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender but intact. If lentils are not tender, add ¼ cup water and simmer for 5 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper.
Recipe by Cheryl Forberg.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
- Calories 180
- Fat 3g
- Saturated Fat 0g
- Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
- Monounsaturated Fat 1.5g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 350mg
- Potassium 410mg
- Carbohydrates 30g
- Fiber 6g
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 9g
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