Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • 2/3 cup
  • Calories:
  • 120
  • Fat:
  • 2 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 0 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 0 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 396 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 21 g
  • Fiber:
  • 7 g
  • Protein:
  • 7 g
  • Diabetic Exchange:
  • 1 starch, 1 vegetable.


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Lentil Rice Medley

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With so many fresh ingredients, this medley pairs well with milder foods, such as chicken or fish, and can easily stand alone as a main dish. Writes Dee Fifer of Commerce City, Colorado, “This lentil recipe that I make often for my family and company is always enjoyed.”

SERVINGS: 12

CATEGORY: Low Fat

METHOD: Other stovetop

TIME: Prep: 25 min. Cook: 35 min.

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 3-1/4 cups water
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 small zucchini, chopped
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped

Directions:

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes longer. Add lentils and rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in the water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
    Stir in broccoli and zucchini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until lentils and rice are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato sauce and tomato; heat through. Yield: 12 servings.


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