Curried Lentils with Yogurt

In this easy to prepare side dish, yogurt softens the intensity of curry while allowing the spice to impart its distinct, aromatic flavor.

• Ready In: 41 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  cups water
• 1  cup lentils
• 1  small onion, quartered
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  teaspoons olive oil
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1  cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon honey or 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1  medium carrot, grated
• 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 1  Red Delicious apple

Directions

1. In a 2-quart saucepan, heat water, lentils, onion, and 1/2 tsp. salt to boiling over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and cook, partially covered, until lentils are tender but not mushy-about 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in medium-size skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add curry and cook 30 seconds.
4. Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes; stir in yogurt, honey, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt.
5. Drain lentil mixture in strainer; transfer to large serving bowl.
6. Fold in yogurt mixture, carrot, and parsley.
7. Just before serving, core apple and thinly slice; gently stir slices into lentil mixture and serve.