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George loved this red lentil, pumpkin, pea and broccoli dahl.  Red lentils are a pantry staple in our house – I always have a packet in my cupboard as they are so easy and very quick to cook.  What I loved about this recipe was that the red lentils and  pumpkin simmered down to a nice smooth mash and the peas and broccoli added a bit of chunk and texture for George to munch on.  I even mashed some on my salad sandwich.  Charlie was a little skeptical, but he ended up being jealous of my lunch!

Tip: A pinch of tumeric makes this “dahl” adds a boost of colour and makes this “dahl” a little more traditional.  You could even try gently frying some finely grated onion and a pinch of cumin for an added flavour boost.

Nutrition Note: Red lentils are a legume, they are high in fibre, protein and carbohydrates and low in salt.  Including legumes regularly in your child’s diet has many benefits for their long term health and wellbeing.

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