Easy Mediterranean Lentils and Rice
A fantastic one-pot vegetarian meal that’s healthy and satisfying, packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until caramelized.
- Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the rice and lentils, and mix well.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice and lentils are cooked.
- Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Make sure to rinse the lentils before using. For a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg