Lentil Dal Wraps

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1
Healthy and delicious Lentil Dal Wraps recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups vertically sliced vidalia onions or 2 cups other sweet onion
1 cup dried small red lentil
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups water , divided
1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 flat bread ( such as Flatout )
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup julienne-cut cucumber

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
296
Sugar
4g
Fat
5g
Lentil Dal Wraps are a delicious and healthy vegetarian option that are easy to prepare and make a great lunch or dinner option. Lentils are high in fiber, protein, and vitamins, and can help improve heart health, digestion, and blood sugar levels. These wraps are also topped with cucumber, which adds freshness and crunch, and plain yogurt, which provides a creamy and tangy contrast. The flatbread used in this recipe is a great alternative to regular bread and is lower in calories and fat. Overall, this recipe is a great option for those seeking a healthy and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2.Add onions to the pan; sauté for 3 minutes or until tender. Add lentils, ginger, red pepper, cinnamon stick, and 1 cup water to pan.
3.Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until lentils are tender.
4.Discard the cinnamon stick from the lentil mixture. Add the remaining 1 cup water, broth, lemon juice, and salt; stir well. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
5.Cook for 6 minutes or until the mixture is slightly thick. Divide the lentil mixture evenly among the flatbreads.
6.Top evenly with cucumber and yogurt. Roll up and enjoy.

PROS

Lentil Dal Wraps are a delicious and healthy vegetarian option.

They are high in fiber, protein, and vitamins, and low in fat and calories.

They are also easy to prepare and make a great lunch or dinner option.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture or flavor of lentils.

Additionally, the flatbread used in this recipe may contain gluten, which can be a concern for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are a great source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and can help improve heart health, digestion, and blood sugar levels.
The ginger and red pepper flakes in this recipe also have anti-inflammatory properties and can help boost immunity.

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