Armenian Lentils

Warm lentils served with cool yoghurt and the spice of green onions makes this dish a refreshing and filling side dish or entree.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 285 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 lemon, quartered
• 1 cup lentils
• ¼ cup bulgur

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat; cook and stir the onion in the oil until caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes; set aside.

Step 2

Bring water to a boil in a pan over medium heat; add the lentils. Return mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low; simmer until the lentils get soupy, about 15 minutes. Stir in the bulgur, salt, and pepper; simmer until water is completely absorbed, about 10 minutes; stir in the caramelized onions. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to rest for 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Divide lentils into 4 even portions; squeeze one lime wedge over each portion and top with green onions and yogurt.