Lemony Lentils and Spinach

Chef Bon Peg's Note:

This satisfying blend of healthy ingredients is refreshingly reminiscent of lemony Mediterranean dishes. It can be served hot, room temp or cool.

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 cup French lentils (green lentils)
• 3 cups water
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled & minced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed to get rid of excess liquid
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Directions:

1. Bring water & lentils to a boil in a large heavy pot. Reduce heat, cover & simmer 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, saute the onion in a large pot in oil. Stir in garlic, cilantro, and spinach and sauté 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Add potatoes and lentils with cooking liquid to cover. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer; cook 20 minutes.
5. Stir in lemon juice; serve immediately or when cooled or chilled as desired.

Reviews

[lol srsly?]

Delicious! I was looking for a good lentil recipe and decided to give this a try - and I'm glad I did. It is hands-down some of the best lentils I've ever had. The lemon juice really added a lot of flavor. I used fresh spinach instead of frozen and it turned out great.

[Frankie&Johnny]

I LOVE this dish!! I've made it twice and I love the earthy taste of the lentils complemented by the fresh lemony zest. I forgot to put the cilantro....didn't matter - it was still SO YUMMY!! Thanks for the recipe!

[Aunt Cookie]

We really loved this recipe! I made a few minor changes...I used a little less olive oil, added some chopped mushrooms along with the garlic, and used parsley instead of cilantro. I thought this was really flavorful and satisfying. Thanks so much for posting this...you helped me use up my French lentils!