LENTIL-CORN PILAF

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Stress-free lentil-corn pilaf ready in just 30 minutes - perfect for a side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup dried lentils (8 oz), sorted, rinsed
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup frozen (thawed) or canned (drained) whole kernel corn
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

In 2-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Stir in lentils and bell pepper. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain if necessary.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook over low heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until corn is tender and hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g