LENTIL RICE MEDLEY

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With so many fresh ingredients, this medley pairs well with milder foods, such as chicken or fish, and can easily stand alone as a main dish. Writes Dee Fifer of Commerce City, Colorado, "This lentil recipe that I make often for my family and company is always enjoyed."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 medium carrots, chopped
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
3-1/4 cups water
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes longer. Add lentils and rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in the water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Stir in broccoli and zucchini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until lentils and rice are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato sauce and tomato; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

Vilho Andjelo
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The lentils and rice provide a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add flavor and nutrition. I will definitely be making this again!


Rana shehnam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the lentils and rice are always cooked perfectly. I also love the flavor of the spices.


Md Feroz
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils and rice cook in one pot, so there's minimal cleanup.


Brooke Routledge
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and affordable meal. The lentils and rice are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add flavor and nutrition.


Sabal Ghimire
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right.


mosqo_yt chikna
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used brown rice instead of white rice and it worked out just as well.


Skinny Minnie
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Rana Rahmat Ali 770
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The lentils and rice provide a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add flavor and nutrition. I will definitely be making this again!


Tanjina akter Mitu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the lentils and rice are always cooked perfectly. I also love the flavor of the spices.


Arooj Fatima
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils and rice cook in one pot, so there's minimal cleanup. I will definitely be making this again!


kelly triza
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and affordable meal. The lentils and rice are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add flavor and nutrition. I will definitely be making this again!


Jayson Laytos
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of lentils, rice, and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Sithembiso Ndlovu
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The lentils and rice provide a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add flavor and nutrition.


Nilima Islam
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again!


Auwal Mukhtar Kawule
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This lentil and rice medley is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some leftover lentils from a soup I made earlier in the week and this was the perfect way to use them up.


Aryan Khan
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Kevin LyLy
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used brown rice instead of white rice and it worked out just as well. The lentils and rice were cooked evenly and the spices were delicious.


Sheko Dance TV
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The lentils and rice were cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. I especially liked the addition of the cumin and coriander.


Kripa Lama
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This lentil and rice medley was a hit with my family! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. The spices added just the right amount of warmth and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again!