Lentil and Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Lentil and Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentil; ¼ cup long grain rice; 5 cups vegetable stock; 1 leek; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 14 ounces canned chopped tomatoes; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 red bell pepper (seeded and sliced); 1 cup broccoli floret; 8 baby corn cobs (halved lengthwise); ½ cup green beans; 1 tablespoon shredded basil; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup red lentil
¼ cup long grain rice
5 cups vegetable stock
1 leek
3 garlic cloves, crushed
14 ounces canned chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 red bell pepper (seeded and sliced)
1 cup broccoli floret
8 baby corn cobs (halved lengthwise)
½ cup green beans
1 tablespoon shredded basil
salt and pepper

1
Put lentils, rice, and stock in large casserole dish and cook over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2
Chop leek into chunks.
3
Add leek, garlic, tomatoes (with juice from the can), cumin, chili powder, garam masala, bell pepper, broccoli, corn, and green beans to the pan.
4
Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10-15 minutes.
5
Vegetables should be tender.
6
Add basicl and season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Serve imediately.
8
Garnish with additional basil if desired.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup red lentil, ¼ cup long grain rice, 5 cups vegetable stock, 1 leek, and more.

Yes, Lentil and Rice Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Lentil and Rice Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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