Lentils Rice and Onions

Discover the comforting flavors of "Lentils, Rice, and Onions," a hearty dish celebrated for its simplicity and earthy richness. This nutritious recipe combines tender brown lentils and fluffy white rice, seasoned with aromatic ground cumin and a touch of black pepper for subtle warmth. The star of the dish is golden caramelized onions, cooked to perfection in olive oil, adding sweetness and depth to every bite. With only a handful of pantry staples and minimal prep time, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or as a nutritious vegetarian main course. Serve it warm, topped with extra caramelized onions for a stunning presentation and a final drizzle of olive oil for added indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown lentils
• 1 cup White rice
• 2 large Onions
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed lentils and cook for 15 minutes. They should be partially cooked but not fully tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the lentils cook, peel and thinly slice the onions into half-moons.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they're golden brown and caramelized, about 15 minutes. Reduce heat if needed to avoid burning. Once done, set half of the onions aside for garnishing.

Step 5

In the same pot used for the lentils, combine the partially cooked lentils, white rice, 2 remaining cups of water, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice and lentils are fully cooked and the water is absorbed.

Step 7

Once cooked, fluff the lentil and rice mixture with a fork.

Step 8

Serve the lentil and rice mixture on a platter, topped with the reserved caramelized onions for garnish. Optionally, drizzle with extra olive oil for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1721.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	954.0

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2402.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198.1mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1435.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 48.2%