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

Method

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