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Ingredientes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, quartered and sliced crosswise
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tbsp finely minced fresh ginger
- 1 finely chopped garlic clove
- 1 cups red lentils
- 1 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups hot water
- juice of 1 lime
- salt
- 2 tsp butter (OR Smart Balance or other vegan butter substitute)
- 1 medium onions, cut into thin half-circles
- pinch salt
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1170g | |
| Calories 935 | |
| Calories from Fat 168 | 18% |
| Total Fat 18.99g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 6.51g | 26% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium 1190mg | 50% |
| Potassium 2210mg | 63% |
| Total Carbs 142.42g | 38% |
| Dietary Fiber 62.3g | 208% |
| Sugars 15.16g | 10% |
| Protein 52.25g | 84% |
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