Description
A nutritious and easy-to-make meal combining lentils and rice, packed with protein and fiber, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils and rice under cold water. In a pot, combine lentils and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add the rice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well, cover, and cook until both lentils and rice are tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the rice and lentils cook, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve the lentil and rice mixture topped with the caramelized onions.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. To enhance flavor, feel free to add spices like garlic or turmeric.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lentils, rice, healthy, vegan, meal prep