Lentil, Rice, and Raisin Pilaf

Pilaf is a popular dish in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is often served as a main course or side dish.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Lentil, Rice, and Raisin Pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and rice separately.
2. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
4. Add cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Add the lentils and vegetable broth to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir well. Cover and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the rice and lentils are cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the pilaf with a fork and stir in the raisins and fresh parsley.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 10g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.