Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 large white onion
  • 1 tsp. cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger
  • 2 tsp. turmeric
  • 1/2 fresh jalapeno
  • 3 1/2 c. vegetable stock
  • 2 c. red lentils
  • 1 can tomatoes
  • 1/2 c. kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 4 tbsp. Chopped cilantro
  • brown rice

Method

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and saute until lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Add cumin seeds, cardamom, and garlic; saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in 4 cups water, ginger, turmeric, jalapeno, vegetable stock, lentils, and tomatoes, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in salt, chia seeds, and cilantro; serve immediately with brown rice on the side, if using.
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