Super Easy Lentil Chili
I could eat this chili every day!!
I have had quite a few people over for a meal and see their face drop when they hear we’re eating lentils for dinner… and then they try a bite, and that is all it takes! Pretty soon everyone has had seconds, and the pot is empty. One friend said, “I hate lentils, but for some reason, I always eat them at your house.”
Yeah, because Lentil Chili is the bomb!
It will work with regular dry lentils or sprouted.
Click here to learn how to sprout lentils!
I have had quite a few people over for a meal and see their face drop when they hear we’re eating lentils for dinner… and then they try a bite, and that is all it takes! Pretty soon everyone has had seconds, and the pot is empty. One friend said, “I hate lentils, but for some reason, I always eat them at your house.”
Yeah, because Lentil Chili is the bomb!
It will work with regular dry lentils or sprouted.
Click here to learn how to sprout lentils!
Ingredients
- 3 cups Lentils uncooked, brown
- 4 cups Broth any type
- 2 cups Water
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 1 cup Salsa any type
- 1 Tablespoon Sea Salt coarse
- 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder (Or 1-2 fresh cloves)
Instructions
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Put lentils in a large sauce pot, pour in broth and water, making sure to cover lentils (Add more water as needed). Bring to a boil and then turn down to medium heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until lentils are soft.
Notes
My favorite way to eat this is with a dollop of sour cream and organic corn chips.
OOh this looks great! I think I have some neglected lentils sitting in my cupboard begging to be eaten up and I think I just found out how to use them! Thanks for sharing!
Don’t you mean a teaspoon of salt?
No, I add close to a tablespoon. If you are uncertain, feel free to try a teaspoon first and taste it.
I also use a coarse sea salt.
What is bone broth and how do I make it?
This answers both your questions: http://healthextremist.com/bone-broths-health-benefits-and-how-to-make-it/
I have also just used water when I’m out of broth. Broth gives the chili more depth, but it is still good if you just use water.
So do you start with lentils that are already cooked and then simmer them? Seems like you would start win raw lentils but it’s not clear to me.
I just rewrote the recipe Alicia, hope it makes sense now. (So, yes, start with uncooked lentils)
I’m curious what kind of salsa you use in this recipe.
I use whatever I have on hand, I’ve used homemade, organic salsa from costco and even picante sauce. 🙂