Rice, lentils, and dried cranberries garnished with pine nuts is a delicious and nutritious dish that is easy to prepare. This dish combines the earthy flavor of lentils with the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries and the nutty flavor of pine nuts. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a perfect meal for a healthy and balanced diet. The combination of these ingredients creates a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing, making it a great choice for a main course or side dish.
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RICE, LENTILS AND DRIED CRANBERRIES GARNISHED WITH PINE NUTS
Make and share this Rice, Lentils and Dried Cranberries Garnished With Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories White Rice
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all but pine nuts in pot.
- Top with 4 cups of water. Or just cover by almost an inch of water in a rice cooker.
- Cover and cook till tender about 20 minutes.
- Garnish with nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.5, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 4.7, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 11.2
LEBANESE LENTILS, RICE AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS (MUJADARA)
Provided by Aarti Sequeira
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Throw the lentils into a medium saucepan. Fill with enough cold water to cover the lentils by about an inch. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn down to a simmer and cook until the lentils are tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, as the lentils cook, grab a large skillet. Pop it over medium-high heat and add the oil. Allow the oil to warm for a minute, then drop in the cumin seeds and cracked peppercorns and cook, shaking the pan once in a while until the cumin seeds darken a touch, about 1 minute.
- Add the onions, sprinkle with a dash of salt and cook until they turn dark caramel brown, stirring often. This will take about 15 minutes. Splash the onions with a little water if they stick to the bottom of the pan. You'll know they're done both by their deep chestnut color and by the slight crispiness developing on some of the onions.
- Using a slotted spoon or spatula, remove about half of the onions to a paper towel-lined plate; these are for garnish later. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, cayenne and then add the cinnamon stick; saute about 1 minute.
- Add the rice and cook, stirring often (but gently so you don't break the rice!) until some rice grains start to brown. Quickly, add the cooked lentils, 3 cups of water and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt; bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low so that the pan is at a simmer, cover and cook 30 minutes. The water should be completely evaporated and rice should be tender. (If there's still too much water in the bottom, put the lid back on and cook for another 5 minutes.)
- Turn off the heat, keep the lid on, and allow the rice to steam undisturbed for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts, if using, in a small skillet over medium-low heat, shaking often, about 5 minutes.
- Taste the rice for seasoning. Serve with the reserved caramelized onions, toasted pine nuts, if using, and a little squeeze of lemon juice. I also like to serve this with some dollops of Greek yogurt.
PINE NUT AND CRANBERRY RICE PILAF
Juicy cranberries and crunchy pine nuts easily dress up rice in this special side dish. The subtle flavors make it an appropriate accompaniment to many entrees.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 4-5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter and oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. , Add the broth, mushrooms, cranberries, garlic powder, curry powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. , Remove from the heat. Stir in parsley; sprinkle with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
RICE AND LENTIL SALAD WITH ORANGE AND DRIED CHERRIES
Categories Salad Fruit Rice Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Orange Dried Fruit Cherry Lentil Healthy Vegan Simmer Gourmet
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Boil water, rice, and salt in a 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan, uncovered and undisturbed, until steam holes appear and surface looks dry, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to very low and cook, covered and undisturbed, 15 minutes more.
- While rice cooks, simmer lentils in water to cover by 2 inches 18 to 20 minutes, or until just tender, then drain.
- Stir together shallot, vinegar, and lemon juice and let stand. Finely grate zest from orange and cut away remaining peel and pith. Cut sections free from membranes and cut sections into 1/2-inch pieces. Toss warm rice with lentils, shallot mixture, orange, zest, cherries, oil, and parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
INDIAN-STYLE RICE WITH CASHEWS, RAISINS AND TURMERIC
A colorful, fragrant Indian-style rice. If desired, for presentation purposes, the rice can pressed into a lightly-oiled bowl, inverted and unmolded on to a decorative serving plate, and then garnished with fresh cilantro and slices of lime and tomato.
Provided by MICHELLE0011
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk, chicken stock, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, turmeric, bay leaf, raisins, and cashew halves. Bring to a boil, then cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 791.7 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked lentils or rice.
- If you don't have dried cranberries, you can use raisins or chopped dried apricots instead.
- To make the dish more flavorful, use a flavorful broth or stock to cook the lentils and rice.
- Garnish the dish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, for a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the dish with a side of yogurt or raita for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Rice, Lentils, and Dried Cranberries Garnished with Pine Nuts is a healthy and delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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