Salsa Lentils Recipe

Salsa Lentils Recipe

  • 2 cups uncooked green lentils
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped red onions
  • 1/4 cup garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 cups Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky Salsa
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) can Old El Paso® Chopped Green Chiles
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package Old El Paso® Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  1. In large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil over high heat. Add lentils; boil 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain.
  2. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add lentils and all remaining ingredients except cilantro; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add cilantro; mix well. Remove from heat. If desired, serve with hot cooked brown or white rice.
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