Colombian Lentils

35 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 45 min
Ready In: 55 min

“This is a great starter. You can make it with a bit more water and you get somewhat of a soup, or let it cook and eat it with a plate of rice.” - by caro0888

Ingredients

1/2 cup lentils
1 1/2 cups water
1 small tomato, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 small yellow potatoes, cubed

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Directions

Combine the lentils, water, tomato, onion, cumin, salt, and vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook and stir at a boil until the lentils are soft, about 30 minutes. Add the potatoes and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (3 total)

Calories
201 cal
10%

Fat
5.3 g
8%

Carbs
31.1 g
10%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (35)

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CookinArgentina

Feb. 9, 2011

"Great side dish! I only wish I would have doubled the recipe so I could have leftovers. Thanks for the recipe!..." See more"

jennahenna

Sep. 2, 2011

"I had to add more liquid as it cooked and I added chicken broth instead of water. My Colombian boyfriend said it was like his mother's. :)..." See more"

Dale&Laura

Sep. 20, 2011

"Love this dish! the cumin makes it great. I also added 2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes, 3 cloves of garlic and a stalk of celery. Instead of regular tomatoes, I added cherry tomatoes. Red potatoes i..." See moren the skin give this dish a little bit more bite. Really enjoyed this dish a lot!"

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