Lentils, where you've been hiding all my life?
In the last six months, I have discovered how awesome lentils are and have started including them as a large part of my food healthy lifestyle.
They taste great, are very nutritious and very versatile. If you don't have a lentil-eater, here are some reasons that you might want to be.
There are several different types of lentils available, but the most common are brown lentils. The varieties vary only slightly nutritional value and it's fun to experiment with the different types.
Brown lentils Serving size: 1/4 cup dryCalories: gramsProtein: gramsFat: 170Carbs: 29 13 1 gram Fiber: 15 gramsGI Index: 21Lentils also have some impressive amounts micro-nutrients including; folate, choline, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and are rich in potassium 731 mg. they are also high in beta-sitosterol that a plant is noted for his ability to plant sterols reduce bad cholesterol inflammation.
Lentils are a great source of protein, but the protein is not complete. However, if you eat a nutritious grain such as brown rice with lentils, the meal contains all amino acids needed to build of tissues in the human body. The high fiber content of lentils also makes them a winner with even more fiber than oat malt.
My favorite way to eat lentils is by making a simple, but delicious, Indian curry with them. Here is the recipe. Also, lentils can be added to most soups and salads for added taste and texture.
This lentils and roasted beet salad recipe is also great, but a little more time to make. You can also to some marinara sauce for large vegetarian spaghetti or lentils for use in other pastes Add.
The possibilities are limited only by your creativity, but one thing that you will find is that lentils not only healthy, but cheap. I can make a big pot of lentil curry and long grain brown rice for around $ 7 or less, which usually takes at least 8 meals and keeps well in the refrigerator.
If you're a lentil-eater, how you take them in your healthy diet?
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