Sloppy Lentils In Pita Recipe

Name: Sloppy Lentils In Pita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 ounces lean ground lamb; 3/4 cup dried brown lentils; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 cup water, divided; 2 cups diced plum tomatoes or boxed diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 bay leaf; 4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas, cut in half; 1/2 cup plain 2% Greek-style yogurt; 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber; Chopped fresh mint (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces lean ground lamb
3/4 cup dried brown lentils
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup water, divided
2 cups diced plum tomatoes or boxed diced tomatoes, undrained
1 bay leaf
4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas, cut in half
1/2 cup plain 2% Greek-style yogurt
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
Chopped fresh mint (optional)

1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and lamb; cook 5 minutes or until lamb is browned and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally to crumble lamb.
2
Add lentils, cumin, and thyme; stir until seasonings become fragrant. Add 1/2 cup water, tomatoes, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook 15 minutes. Stir lentil mixture; add remaining 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until lentils are tender and mixture is thick (add additional water as needed). Discard bay leaf. Fill each pita half with 1/2 cup lentil mixture. Spoon 1 tablespoon yogurt into each pita half; top with 2 tablespoons cucumber. Sprinkle with mint, if desired.

320

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Sloppy Lentils In Pita falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Sloppy Lentils In Pita

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