Recipe for Lentils in Tomato Sauce: Tasty Side Dish
Tomato Lentils: a fresh and nutritious side dish enhanced by the aromatic flavors of onion, celery, and carrot, perfect to accompany vegetarian, meat, or fish dishes. An excellent source of protein and fiber, enriched with the vitamins A and C of plum tomatoes. Enjoy your meal!
Instructions
- Start by cleaning the shallot, celery, and carrot. Finely chop these vegetables to create an aromatic soffritto.
- In a large pot, pour the lentils and add the prepared vegetable mixture. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil.
- Add a pinch of salt and let the lentils cook until tender, checking occasionally and adding water if necessary.
- Meanwhile, wash the plum tomatoes, remove the skin by briefly immersing them in boiling water, and then dice them.
- Once the lentils are cooked, drain them while keeping some of the cooking water.
- Return the lentils to the pot, season with a few tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and add the diced tomatoes.
- Let it all simmer for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat, gently stirring.
- Taste and adjust the salt if necessary before removing from the heat.
Notes
For a crunchy and nutritious touch, add a handful of toasted mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin) on top of your lentils in tomato sauce before serving.