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Easy Mediterranean Lentils and Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 350
A flavorful and easy Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring lentils, rice, and aromatic spices. Perfect as a main course or side dish.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 cans lentils (drained and rinsed)
  • 1.5 cups cooked basmati rice (or ½ cup uncooked)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 onions (thinly sliced + 1/2 cup water)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (sub sugar or maple syrup)
  • 2 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste)
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt (or to taste + black pepper)
  • 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley (or cilantro)
  • 1 large lemon (for serving + optional Greek yogurt)

Instructions 

  • Cook Onions: Sauté onions with olive oil, salt, and honey until soft and caramelized, adding water to prevent burning.
  • Toast Spices: Stir in garlic and spices. Toast until fragrant.
  • Add Lentils and Rice: Add lentils, rice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook until heated through.
  • Serve: Finish with lemon juice, parsley, and Greek yogurt.

Notes

Adjust spices to your preference. For a richer flavor, use vegetable broth instead of water to cook the rice.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: lentils