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Lentil Rice Pilaf: Easy & Flavorful Vegan Recipe

Spiced Lentil & Rice Pilaf

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup basmati rice rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup brown lentils rinsed
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce canned or homemade
  • 2.5 cups vegetable broth low sodium preferred
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and ground cumin to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the rinsed basmati rice and brown lentils, toasting them lightly in the spices and oil for about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce and vegetable broth, then add the salt. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the lentils and rice are tender.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the pilaf with a fork, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.