Thrifty Thursday: 4 Fab Lentil Dishes

August 4, 2011

Lentils are an ideal ingredient for cooking on a budget. This versatile legume can be found in bulk at just about any health food store, and adds a nice dose of protein to any meal.

Spicy Red Soup
Substitute ghee for canola oil and toss in your favorite leafy greens for a nourishing and simple meal.

Zucchini
An uber simple curry which is delicious with wild rice, soba noodles, or quinoa.

Lamb
A simple and hearty dish. Serve with a side of your favorite summer veggies, and voila' you have a gourmet meal in about half an hour.

Hummus
This is not your typical chickpea spread!
 

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