ghalieh kadoo (easy one-pot persian lentil & butternut squash stew)

Fast, easy, vegetarian, cooked in one pot, super healthy, and just a few ingredients! This is a traditional Persian recipe.

an onion, minced
oil
1 medium butternut squash, skin & seeds removed, cut into 2 in. chunks
150g lentils (3/4 c.)
3 c water
salt & pepper
1 T lemon juice

Fry an onion in oil until golden. Add everything but the lemon juice and simmer on med-low, covered, until water is mostly absorbed. Turn off heat and add lemon juice before serving.

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