Rice, Lentil, And Spinach Pilaf Recipe

Name: Rice, Lentil, And Spinach Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup green lentil, washed; 1 cup basmati rice, uncooked; 2 cups water; 3/4 cup vegetable stock; 2 onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 grated lemon, zest of; 1 cup peeled tomatoes, diced (optional); 4 cups fresh spinach, well washed and cut in 1/2 inch strips; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup green lentil, washed
1 cup basmati rice, uncooked
2 cups water
3/4 cup vegetable stock
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 grated lemon, zest of
1 cup peeled tomatoes, diced (optional)
4 cups fresh spinach, well washed and cut in 1/2 inch strips
salt
pepper

1
Place lentils in saucepan and cover with cold water.
2
Bring to boil, reduce heat and cover.
3
Simmer for 25 to 40 minutes, until tender but not mushy; drain and set aside.
4
Meanwhile, bring the rice and 2 cups of water to a boil.
5
Reduce heat and simmer rice about 20 minutes, covered, until all liquid is absorbed; set aside.
6
Bring the vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan.
7
Add onions and simmer until tender and translucent, approx 10 minutes.
8
Add the garlic, celery, cumin and cinnamon and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
9
Add the lentils and lemon zest (and tomatoes, if desired); heat through.
10
Add the greens; cook and stir until tender.
11
Fold the lentil and greens mixture into the rice.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Note: You may make this ahead of time and place in a baking pan, cover with foil, and warm in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

243

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup green lentil, washed, 1 cup basmati rice, uncooked, 2 cups water, 3/4 cup vegetable stock, and more.

Yes, Rice, Lentil, And Spinach Pilaf falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Rice, Lentil, And Spinach Pilaf

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