WORLD'S BEST RICE AND LENTIL RECIPE

lentils

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often less expensive and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach is a budget-friendly green that adds nutrition.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Using water is cost-effective and allows for flavor control.

Rinse lentils under cold water until clear.

Soak lentils for 30 minutes to soften.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add diced tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 3 minutes.

Stir in cumin and bay leaves, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add soaked lentils and vegetable broth, bringing to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.

In a separate pot, cook rice according to package instructions.

Combine cooked lentils and rice in the large pot, mixing well.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with avocado slices.

Cooking Techniques

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