1small carrotdiced into 1/4-inch pieces (about ¼ cup)
1stalk celerydiced into 1/4-inch pieces (about 3 tablespoons)
3small garlic clovesminced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
6cupswater*or vegetable stock for more flavor
Instructions
In the pot on high heat, add lentils, carrot and celery. Stir for 30 seconds to a minute to let vegetables cook and release their smells. **If you use an Instant Pot just use the "Saute" function
Add garlic then stir another 30 seconds.
Add the water and bring it just about to a boil. Then reduce heat until you have a bare simmer.
Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring every couple minutes. Add more water if it's drying out before the lentils are cooked through.