Mexican Lentil Casserole Recipe

Name: Mexican Lentil Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 4 cups water; 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown); 1 1/2 cups cooked rice (brown rice is recommended); 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 1 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste); 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 cups water
1 cup dried lentils (green or brown)
1 1/2 cups cooked rice (brown rice is recommended)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese

1
In a large saucepan, saute the onions, green peppers, and celery in heated oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
2
Add in the water; bring to a boil.
3
Stir in the lentils; cover, lower heat, and simmer 40 minutes (do not drain).
4
Transfer lentil mixture to a large bowl; add in cooked rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning mix, and chili powder; stir to combine.
5
Transfer mixture to a lightly greased medium-sized casserole dish.
6
Bake, uncovered, in a 350u00b0 oven for 20 minutes.
7
Sprinkle tortilla chips and cheese on top.
8
Bake another 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped, 3 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mexican Lentil 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.

Mexican Lentil Casserole

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