Lentils with Roasted Beets and Carrots - 0 views
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franco rossi on 22 May 15have to tell you, I am reading the most fascinating book. It's actually what inspired me to make this recipe. It's called Eating On The Wild Side by Jo Robinson, and it's being hailed as the first book to reveal the nutritional history of fruits and vegetables. Ok, I admit this may not sound as riveting as a suspense thriller, but to a veggie-growing nutrition nerd like me, it's pretty much on par so I'm savoring every word. And here's what I learned that inspired me to whip up this dish: it turns out that beets and carrots become MORE nutritious when you cook them. Who knew? I sure didn't.