Rice And Lentils Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

onion, extra virgin olive oil

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ingredients
Rinse the rice and lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Chop the onion finely.

2
Sauté the Onion
In a medium-sized pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Cook the Rice and Lentils
Add the rinsed rice and lentils to the pot. Stir them together with the onions for about 2 minutes until they are well coated with the oil.
4
Add Water and Season
Pour in 4 cups of water. Add salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until both the rice and lentils are tender and the water has been absorbed.
6
Fluff and Serve
Remove the pot from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice and lentils with a fork before serving.