Rice And Lentil Pilaf

Name: Rice And Lentil Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 c. uncooked brown rice; 3 c. water; 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon; 2 tsp. vegetable bouillon granules (can substitute 2 beef bouillon cubes); 1 Tbsp. tomato paste or 2 Tbsp. ketchup; 1/2 c. dried lentils (uncooked); 1/2 c. shredded carrot; 1/2 c. unsalted sunflower seeds (salted ok); 1/2 c. raisins; 1 c. cooked chicken breasts, cubed

Eats Now Editorial Team · 587 kcal · Meat & Poultry

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Rice And Lentil Pilaf – a delicious recipe with onion, vegetable oil, brown rice, water, ground cinnamon, vegetable bouillon granules. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1/2 c. chopped onion
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 c. uncooked brown rice
3 c. water
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 tsp. vegetable bouillon granules (can substitute 2 beef bouillon cubes)
1 Tbsp. tomato paste or 2 Tbsp. ketchup
1/2 c. dried lentils (uncooked)
1/2 c. shredded carrot
1/2 c. unsalted sunflower seeds (salted ok)
1/2 c. raisins
1 c. cooked chicken breasts, cubed

1
Saute onion in oil in a skillet until tender.
2
Add rice and stir until lightly browned.
3
Add water and next 4 ingredients; stir well.
4
Cover; bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
6
Stir in remaining ingredients and cook 20 to 25 minutes. Yields 6 main dish servings.

587

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. chopped onion, 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 c. uncooked brown rice, 3 c. water, and more.

Yes, Rice And Lentil Pilaf falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
587 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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