This dish can be a side as part of a larger spread, but I find it to be delicious and filing as a vegetarian entree as well. I put out some toasty bread and lots of greens on the side and love these ingredients together. If you are the sort that needs an animal protein, anything simple you can put on the grill - maybe a hanger steak or fish or chicken (always pound them thin!).

Red lentils are quick cooking and full of fiber - they sell them at most markets, and in many bulk sections.