Curried Lentils

Portion Size: ½ cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger 
2 garlic clovesWashed and minced 
8 scallions or green onionsWashed, sliced with white and green parts separated
1 tablespoon curry powder
4 medium carrotsWashed, peeled and chopped into ¼ inch pieces
1 large potatoWashed, peeled and cut into ¼  -inch pieces
1 cup red lentilsUncooked
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 teaspoon salt 
¼ teaspoon black pepper 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. 
2Add the ginger, garlic and scallion whites and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the curry powder.
3Add carrots, potato, lentils, broth, salt and pepper.
4Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.Internal temperature 135 F.
5Sprinkle the curry with the scallion greens.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates