Lentils and Rice

Updated April 23, 2017

This is a simple but terrific side dish, and you can cut time significantly by using precooked packaged rice. I sprinkle lots of cilantro on this dish, but parsley would also make a great garnish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients:

4 medium sweet onions or yellow onions, quartered and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cooked lentils
1 cup cooked rice
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 or 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro or parsley, optional

Instructions:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add sliced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until well browned, caramelized.
Stir in cooked lentils and rice.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.

Serves 6

Calories per serving: 428
Fat per serving: 8.0g

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