Mexican Lentils and Rice
Mexican Lentils and Rice ,
By recipes.ataaz.co .
Total Time: 30 Minutes, Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients :
Instructions :
Copyright: recipes.ataaz.co
Mexican rice and lentils are a satisfying, inexpensive, and simple dinner recipe! This one-pot healthy meal is gluten free, vegan, low fat and full of flavor. With only a handful of ingredients, this simple Mexican inspired dish is ready in about 30 minutes and requires very little work. Perfect for meal prep too!
Total Time: 30 Minutes, Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients :
- 1 cup brown or green lentils
- 1/2 cup brown jasmine rice
- 3 cups water or 1 1/2 cups water and 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup organic salsa
- 1 tbs. ground cumin
- 1 tbs. dark chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- pinch cayenne
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions :
- In a large pot, add the lentils and rice to the pot. Cover with water and let sit 2-3 minutes to soak. Drain the water and then cover in 3 cups of water or 1 1/2 cups of water and 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth.
- Cook over medium high heat until the pot reaches a slight boil. Turn down to low and cover. Cook 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender and the water has been absorbed.
- Once the water has been absorbed, turn off the heat. Add the salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, cayenne and spinach. Stir to combine
- Serve hot or cold. Add your favorite toppings like roasted red pepper, avocado, guacamole, greek yogurt (dairy free or regular).
Copyright: recipes.ataaz.co
Comment 8634 /
Based On 8634 Total User
Rated 4.8
/ Based On 8634 Customer Reviews
