Fruity carrot lentils
Ingredients
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Carrots
2 -
Coral lenses
2 cups (500ml) -
Plant milk
800 ml -
Dried grapes
3 tablespoons -
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon -
Nutmeg
2 pinches -
Maple syrup
2 tablespoons -
Pineapple
1/2 -
Walnuts
3/4 cup (180 ml) -
Category
Main course
Main course
Preparation
20 mn
20 mn
Cook
25 mn
25 mn
Servings
3-4
3-4
Description
This dish is very simple to cook. It's so soft to the palate, it's sure to impress your friends and family.
Preparation
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Soak lentils in hot water (kettle) for 30 minutes, then wring out and rinse.
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Peel the carrots into thin strips and cook over low heat in a pot for 3 minutes in 2 spoonfuls of olive oil.
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Add the lentils, plant milk, spices (cinnamon and nutmeg) and dry grapes.
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Cook over low-medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the maple syrup and stir. Leave to cook for a further 5 minutes. The mixture should become a little compact.
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Serve warm in a bowl, topped with pineapple and crushed walnuts.
A word about this preparation...
A lentil dish full of surprising colors and flavors
Would you like to revisit lentils in an original, gourmet way? This dish combines the sweetness of melting carrots, the nutritional richness of lentils and the unexpected twist of fruit to create a dish that's balanced, fragrant and comforting.
Perfect as a main course, it marries sweet and savory just right. It's a simple, economical and ideal make-ahead recipe, for a healthy weekday meal or a packed lunch.
❤️ Health
Lentils are rich in iron, but to facilitate its absorption, we add a food containing vitamin C, in this case grapefruit. It's also great with chunks of fresh pineapple.
This dish is also rich in fiber, vegetable protein and good nutrients.
I accompanied this dish with toasted seed toast spread with Tahini paste.
😋 Alternatives
The maple syrup can be replaced by date paste and the pineapple by grapefruit.
🧊 Conservation
This dish keeps well in the fridge! First let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. You can reheat it gently in a frying pan or in the microwave, adding a drizzle of water or a little oil to restore its softness.
In the freezer, place portions in suitable containers or bags. It will keep for up to 3 months. To enjoy, defrost in the fridge the day before, then reheat over low heat.
If your dish contains very juicy fruits (such as grapefruit), their texture may change slightly after freezing. Nothing serious, but if you want a perfect texture, add fresh fruit after defrosting or when serving.