Lentils With Spinach and Ginger

Serve these lentils with brown rice to make a satisfying meal.

Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Serves 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup green lentils, picked over and rinsed
• 3 cups water or broth
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ cup finely chopped onions
• 1 fresh, hot chili, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 bunch fresh spinach
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ½ to 1 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

1. Put the lentils and water into a heavy pot and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer gently for 1 hour.
2. While the lentils are cooking, warm olive oil (over medium heat) in a pot large enough to hold the spinach. Add the onions and sauté for 2 to 5 minutes. Add chili and ginger and sauté for 20 seconds. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Add the remaining ingredients into the pot (cilantro, salt, pepper and lemon juice). Add lentils and simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors before serving.