CURRIED LENTILS WITH YOGURT

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In this easy to prepare side dish, yogurt softens the intensity of curry while allowing the spice to impart its distinct, aromatic flavor.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lentil

Time 41m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
1 cup lentils
1 small onion, quartered
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 teaspoon honey or 1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 medium carrot, grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 Red Delicious apple

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart saucepan, heat water, lentils, onion, and 1/2 tsp. salt to boiling over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook, partially covered, until lentils are tender but not mushy-about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium-size skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add curry and cook 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes; stir in yogurt, honey, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt.
  • Drain lentil mixture in strainer; transfer to large serving bowl.
  • Fold in yogurt mixture, carrot, and parsley.
  • Just before serving, core apple and thinly slice; gently stir slices into lentil mixture and serve.

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