Lentils are low fat, high fiber legumes that are often overlooked. These little gems even have 8 grams of protein per serving! What better way to love your body this winter than by feeding it right. Use these tips to incorporate lentils into your diet.

How to Cook Lentils
Most people are familiar with lentils in soup, but have no idea how to cook them alone. For each cup of dry lentils, boil with four cups of water for five minutes, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 – 20 minutes more. You’ll end up with 2  cups cooked lentils.

You can also toss a handful into rice while it’s cooking to add a little more nutrition and interest.

Now What?
Once you’ve got cooked lentils, go nuts. Add to a cheese and vegetable salad for a main course. Think tomatoes, onions, chickpeas and feta tossed in a garlicky vinaigrette.

- Mix into stir-fried, roasted or grilled vegetables for extra substance.

- Blend with olive oil, garlic, Balsamic vinegar for healthy humus.

- Sneak into pasta dishes for picky eaters – they’re too small to pick out!

Why not give lentils a try. Cook up a batch to have on hand this week and come back to let us know how you used them!