Egyptian Rice And Lentils(Healthy Recipe)

Name: Egyptian Rice And Lentils(Healthy Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. brown lentils; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. olive oil; 1 large onion, 1/2 chopped and 1/2 sliced; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/2 c. long grain brown rice; 2 c. water; 1/2 c. plain, low-fat yogurt; pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Soak lentils in some hot water for 1 hour.
2
Drain and place in a saucepan; cover with water by 2 inches.
3
Bring to a boil; add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
4
Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until tender.
5
Saute chopped onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until golden.
6
Add cumin, cinnamon and rice.
7
Stir to coat with oil. Add water and lentils with their liquid, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
8
Stir; bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat and cover.
10
Cook 25 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.

245

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. brown lentils, 3/4 tsp. salt, 1 Tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. olive oil, 1 large onion, 1/2 chopped and 1/2 sliced, and more.

Yes, Egyptian Rice And Lentils(Healthy Recipe) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!