Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Green Eggs and Ham was the story of my life. I wouldn't eat a thing when I was a kid, but Dr. Suess inspired me to try cauliflower."
- Jim Carrey, Comic
The combination of the nutty lentils and creamy, sweet cauliflower makes for an all purpose side dish: both a great starch and a vegetable in one. This is a great accompaniment for roasted chicken, pork or beef.
Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups
Cooking Time: 45 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4.
This recipe can be divisible by 2.
This recipe keeps well for about 2 days in the refrigerator.
3 cups | water |
1 cup | black lentils |
2 cups | water |
2 medium | heads cauliflower (broken into small flowerets) |
1/2 cup | light coconut milk |
1/4 tsp | salt |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) |
Place 3 cups water in a medium sauce pan over high heat.
When the water is boiling add the lentils, stir and reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook slowly until the lentils are tender and the water is evaporated - about 20 to 25 minutes.
You may have to add more water if the water evaporates before the lentils are tender. Add water 1/4 cup at a time.
When the lentils are done, set aside.
While the lentils are cooking, place 2 cups water in a medium stock pot fitted with a steamer basket over high heat.
Place the cauliflower in the steamer basket and steam for about 20 - 25 minutes until soft.
Using a blender or a stick blender, pureé the cauliflower until smooth.
Add the light coconut milk, salt, and pepper, and pureé.
Fold the lentils into the cauliflower and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256 | Calories from Fat 22 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 3g | 5% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 235mg | 10% |
Total Carbohydrates 44g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber 22g | 73% |
Sugars 8g | |
Protein 18g |
Vitamin A 1% | Vitamin C 227% |
Calcium 10% | Iron 29% |
Vitamin K 48 mcg | Potassium 1346 mg |
Magnesium 105 mg |