Red Lentil Pilaf

A tastey side dish that goes with anything.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons  trimmed and chopped green onions
• 1⁄3 cup  seeded, diced green bell pepper
• 1⁄3 cup  peeled, diced carrot
• 1⁄2 cup  peeled, diced zucchini
• 1⁄2 cup  dried red lentil
• 1  cup  fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
• 1  clove garlic, smashed
• 1  dash cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Combine the veggies in a heavy frying pan.
2. Cook for about 5 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly, until the green onion wilts Add the lentils, chicken broth, and garlic.
3. Stir.
4. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Stir in the cayenne pepper and parsley.
6. Take care not to overcook, the lentils should have a crunch.