Ingredients: 2 cups dry lentils (10 ounces) 4 cups water 1-1/2 cups chopped carrots 1-1/2 cups chopped onions 1 cup chopped celery 1 clove garlic, minced 2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 cups plain low-fat yogurt 1 medium tomato, chopped 1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Directions:1. Rinse lentils and drain. 2. In a Dutch oven combine lentils, water, carrots, onions, celery, garlic, curry powder, ginger, and salt. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. 3. In a medium mixing bowl stir together yogurt, tomato, and parsley, if desired. Serve with lentil mixture. |