Lentils with Ginger, Golden Beets, and Herbs

Name: Lentils with Ginger, Golden Beets, and Herbs
Yield: serves 6
Ingredients: 1 pound (about 6) golden or red beets, trimmed; 1/2 cup water; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 3/4 cup (6 ounces) small lentils, such as French green or black beluga; 6 thin slices peeled fresh ginger, plus 1 teaspoon finely grated; 1/4 red onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted (page 57) and finely ground; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus more leaves for garnish; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro, plus more leaves for garnish

January 26, 2012

High-protein lentils are enlivened here by coriander, ginger, mint, and cilantro. For the best flavor, toast whole coriander seeds, then grind them to a fine powder. In a pinch, you can substitute a teaspoon of ground coriander instead of grinding your own. Beets add heart-healthy iron, potassium, and folate.

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