Lentil & Carrot Tagine

This nourishing dish is full of nutritional goodness. Lentils contain cholesterol-lowering soluble fibre and are a great vegetarian source ...

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1. Lentil & Carrot Tagine Ingredients
   1. Lentil & Carrot Tagine Preparation

This nourishing dish is full of nutritional goodness. Lentils contain cholesterol-lowering soluble fibre and are a great vegetarian source of iron to help prevent anaemia and low energy levels. Lentils are also an excellent source of B vitamins and zinc, which are vital for red blood cell production and a strong immune system.

Lentil & Carrot Tagine

Serves: 4

Lentil & Carrot Tagine Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Olive oil
• 3 large carrots, cut into strips
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 ½cups uncooked lentils (brown or green)
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tin tomatoes
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• Pinch black pepper
• Handful fresh coriander, leaves roughly chopped
• Cooked brown rice, quinoa or flat bread, to serve

Lentil & Carrot Tagine Preparation

1. In large pot or tagine, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add carrot, spices, lentils, vegetable broth, tomatoes, celery and season.
3. Bring to boil and simmer for 25 mins until lentils are cooked through and liquid has been absorbed. Add more liquid if needed.
4. Top with fresh coriander and serve with cooked brown rice, quinoa or flat bread.