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Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Enjoy a taste of Morocco at dinner tonight with a stew that pairs dynamic spices with healthy legumes to create a low-calorie, high-protein meal.
2 tsp canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp Madras curry paste
1 cup red lentils, rinsed
3 cups water
796-mL can diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup slivered toasted almonds
1/4 cup chopped parsley
HEAT a large saucepan over medium-high. Add canola oil, then the onion. Cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 3 min. Add Madras curry paste, red lentils and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender and have absorbed all the liquid, about 30 min.
ADD diced tomatoes to lentils along with salt. Gently boil, uncovered, until stew reduces slightly, 5 to 10 min. Garnish with slivered almonds and parsley.
Calories 294, Protein 16g, Carbohydrates 37g, Fat 11g, Fibre 9g, Sodium 539mg.
Excellent source of Iron.
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