Lucky Lentils Recipe

Name: Lucky Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils; 2 tablespoons oil (veg. or olive is fine); 2 celery ribs (sliced); 2 carrots (sliced); 1/2 yellow onion (chopped); 2 garlic cloves (chopped); 2 bay leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 bouillon cube; 4 cups water; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup dried lentils
2 tablespoons oil (veg. or olive is fine)
2 celery ribs (sliced)
2 carrots (sliced)
1/2 yellow onion (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (chopped)
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 bouillon cube
4 cups water
salt and pepper

1
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over a medium flame.
2
Once oil is hot add your onions and garlic and saute until onions carmeilize (4min).
3
Add your cumin, celery and carrots cover and saute stirring occasionly (8-10min).
4
In a large pot add water, bay leaf, and bouillon cube.
5
Once water comes to a boil add your sauteed veggies, the can of tomatoes, and your lentils.
6
Turn flame down to low cover your pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentis are cooked through, add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Server over rice or enjoy alone.
8
Bon Apetite.

242

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried lentils, 2 tablespoons oil (veg. or olive is fine), 2 celery ribs (sliced), 2 carrots (sliced), and more.

Yes, Lucky Lentils falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lucky Lentils

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Variations & substitutions

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