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Red Lentil and Rice Casserole

Comforting Red Lentil and Rice Casserole for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a nourishing Red Lentil and Rice Casserole that's easy to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Red Lentils Can substitute with green or brown lentils
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Brown rice requires longer cooking time
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil or neutral cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 medium Carrot Can substitute with peas or bell peppers
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Key spice for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Sweet or smoked based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium options recommended
  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes Drained
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, added before serving
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional, can be omitted for dairy-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Added before serving

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather ingredients while the oven heats.
  2. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until aromatic.
  4. Stir in diced carrots and cook for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Sprinkle in the spices, stirring well to coat vegetables, and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add rinsed red lentils and long-grain rice, mixing thoroughly.
  7. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
  8. Mix in canned diced tomatoes evenly throughout.
  9. Cover the skillet and bake for 30-35 minutes until lentils and rice are tender.
  10. Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, then fluff with a fork and add parsley.
  11. Optionally sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This casserole freezes well for up to 3 months.

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