Lentils and Tomatoes

Lentils are a perfect source of protein for vegans. They have a huge amount of protein and are relatively low in calories.

This recipe is a nice side dish for dinner, or a great lunch. I love keeping cooked lentils in the fridge. Because they heat up nicely, and fill you up.

Ingredients:
1 Cup Brown Lentils
1 Chopped carrot
8 Cherry Tomatoes
1 Tsp Cumin
1 Tsp Salt and Pepper

Directions:
1. Cook lentils according to package directions.
2. Once cooked, add in carrots with 1/4 cup of water.
3. Let simmer together for 15 minutes.
4. Add in halved cherry tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add spices.
6. Optional toppings: Cheese, nutritional yeast, sour cream