Spicy Mexican Lentils Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. lentils
- 1 onion, minced
- 5 cloves garlic, chopped or possibly crushed
- 1/2 c. minced fresh cilantro (Mexican or possibly Chinese parsley)
- 1/2 fresh green chilie, seeded & chopped or possibly 1 teaspoon chili pwdr
- 1 1/2 teaspoon grnd cumin
- 1 teaspoon grnd coriander
- 1 (7 ounce) can green chili salsa
- 2 c. canned tomato sauce
- 2 c. water
Directions
- Place all the ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to moderate, cover and cook till the lentils are tender (about 30 to 40 min), stirring frequently. Use to make Mexican tacos or possibly burritos. Serve over rice or possibly potatoes. Makes 6 to 8 servings (6 cups). 103 calories per cup.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 400g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 318 | |
| Calories from Fat 12 | 4% |
| Total Fat 1.38g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 995mg | 41% |
| Potassium 1339mg | 38% |
| Total Carbs 57.44g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.5g | 85% |
| Sugars 9.52g | 6% |
| Protein 21.78g | 35% |
