Weight Loss: Tomato-Garlic Lentil Bowls

Tomato-Garlic Lentil Bowls

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 medium onions, chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 cups dried brown lentils, rinsed

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon pepper

3 cups water

1/4 cup lemon juice

3 tablespoons tomato paste

3/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt

Optional: Chopped tomatoes and minced fresh cilantro

Directions

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onions 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in lentils, seasonings and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and tomato paste; heat through. Serve with yogurt and, if desired, tomatoes and cilantro.