BROWN RICE AND LENTILS

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Got this from a friend. You need to know that you like cumin before you try it. I do and make this often for a delicious veggie lunch.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
3/4 cup brown lentils or 3/4 cup green lentil, rinsed
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 scallion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a big skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
Add in the onion, garlic, carrot, cumin, and coriander.
Saute, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or until the onion is limp.
Add the rice and lentils; saute fo 2 minutes.
Add the water and salt; cover and bring to a boil.
Lower heat and simmer about 40 minutes or until the rice and lentils are tender.
Fluff mixture with a fork.
Stir in the scallion and cilantro.
Dry the skillet lid; place a crumpled paper towel over the rice, replace the lid and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.2, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 607.8, Carbohydrate 80.5, Fiber 14.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 15.6

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