SPANISH RICE WITH LENTILS

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This is a high-fiber, low-fat meal that's perfect for vegetarians. It's also high in folic acid so it's good if you're pregnant. Oh, and it's pretty tasty too!

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, broken up
1 (19 ounce) can lentils, drained and rinsed
1 cup long grain rice
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 medium green pepper, diced

Steps:

  • Use a large saucepan to heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and onion and sauté until onion is soft.
  • Add tomatoes, lentils, rice, water and spices.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add water as needed, if rice starts to dry out.
  • Add green pepper and simmer uncover for three minutes or until rice is tender.

Gracelyn Shoultz
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This is a great recipe! The rice and lentils are perfectly cooked and the flavors are amazing. I especially like the addition of the cumin and paprika. I will definitely be making this again.


Ignacio Palacios
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The rice was mushy and the lentils were not cooked evenly. The flavors were also bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Mazher Amanullah
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The rice and lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very good. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys spicy food.


SINAN AL-HERMIZ
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I was pleasantly surprised by this dish. I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but they were cooked perfectly in this recipe. The flavors were also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Asad Zaman
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The rice and lentils cook together in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze. The flavors are also very good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and convenient meal.


Prabin Chaudhary
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I'm a big fan of Spanish cuisine and this dish is one of my favorites. The combination of rice and lentils is perfect and the spices give it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


ONIK babu
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This is my go-to recipe for Spanish rice. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The lentils add a nice touch of protein and fiber.


Jahir Nunez
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I always get compliments when I serve it to guests.


hayan arshad
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The lentils added a nice twist to the traditional Spanish rice. I will definitely be making this again.


Becca Eichholz
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This was a great recipe! The rice and lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I especially liked the addition of the cumin and paprika. I will definitely be making this again.


Sardar Zain
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The lentils were not cooked evenly and the rice was mushy. The flavors were also bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


syed jan muhammad
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys spicy food.


Taylor corner
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this dish was amazing! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sh Usman
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I loved the combination of rice and lentils. It was a great way to get my daily dose of protein and fiber. I'll definitely be making this again.


Antoinette Andrews
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I'm a big fan of Spanish cuisine, and this dish did not disappoint. The lentils added a nice touch of heartiness, and the spices gave it a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Chica MiltonDS
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This Spanish rice with lentils dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the lentils added a nice touch of texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


emmy Lamba
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Excellent recipe! I followed it to the letter and the results were fantastic. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, while the lentils added a nice protein boost. I especially enjoyed the addition of the cumin and paprika, which gave the dish a lovely sm


Chaudhary Muhammad Khan
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This Spanish rice with lentils dish was a delightful culinary experience. The combination of flavors and textures was simply exquisite. The lentils added a hearty and earthy flavor, while the rice provided a fluffy and light base. The spices, includi


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