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Spicy Lentils and Spinach

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A cozy and hearty dish that combines spicy lentils with vibrant spinach for a nourishing and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 courgette, diced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 1 cup passata
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 4 cups water
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fat-free natural yogurt, for serving
  • Fresh coriander, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them.
  3. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
  4. Start sautéing the onion, garlic, and ginger in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  5. Spice it up by adding the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala.
  6. Combine the diced carrots, courgette, lentils, green chilies, passata, water, and salt.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  8. Simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes.
  9. Add the spinach and cook for a few minutes until wilted.
  10. Dish up and serve with yogurt and coriander.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.

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