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Lentil and Rice Pilaf
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Lentil and Rice Pilaf

This simple pilaf combines lentils and rice with fragrant spices, creating a warm and comforting dish that is both filling and budget-friendly.

Ready in 40 minutes · serves 4 · 320 calories per serving · middle-eastern cuisine.

40
min total
4
servings
320
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 1 cupbrown rice
  • 1 cupgreen lentils
  • 1 medium, dicedonion
  • 1 medium, dicedcarrot
  • 2 cloves, mincedgarlic
  • 1 teaspooncumin
  • 1 stickcinnamon
  • 4 cupsvegetable broth

Instructions

  1. 01

    In a pot, sauté onion and carrot until softened.

  2. 02

    Add garlic and cook for another minute.

  3. 03

    Stir in rice, lentils, spices, and broth. Bring to a boil.

  4. 04

    Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice and lentils are tender.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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