Best 9 Curried Lentil And Barley Casserole Recipes

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Looking for a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal? Look no further than this curried lentil and barley casserole. Made with wholesome ingredients like lentils, barley, vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices, this casserole is a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. The lentils and barley provide a hearty and protein-packed base, while the vegetables add a colorful array of flavors and textures. The curry spices, including cumin, coriander, and turmeric, infuse the dish with a warm and inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen. This versatile casserole can be enjoyed as a main course or as a comforting side dish. It's also a great meal-prep option, as it reheats well and can be enjoyed throughout the week. With its delicious flavor and wholesome ingredients, this curried lentil and barley casserole is sure to become a family favorite. So grab your apron and let's get cooking!

**Other Recipes Included in the Article:**

- **Curried Lentil Soup:** This flavorful soup is a lighter take on the classic casserole, featuring a comforting broth filled with tender lentils, vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices.

- **Lentil and Barley Salad:** A refreshing and healthy salad that combines lentils, barley, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing for a light and satisfying meal.

- **Barley Pilaf:** A versatile side dish made with fluffy barley, aromatic spices, and a variety of vegetables for a flavorful and nutritious accompaniment to any main course.

- **Lentil Curry:** A classic Indian dish featuring lentils simmered in a creamy and flavorful curry sauce, served with fluffy rice or naan bread for an authentic and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LENTIL BARLEY VEGETABLE SKILLET



Lentil Barley Vegetable Skillet image

Veggies, lentils and barley come together in this delicious and hearty skillet dinner recipe - featuring corn and Muir Glen® tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dried lentils (8 oz), sorted, rinsed
1 medium carrot, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips
1 medium stalk celery, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 cup frozen corn (from 12-oz bag)
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add lentils, carrot and onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add barley, basil, pepper and broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 20 minutes or until lentils are tender but still firm.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Increase heat to medium. Cover; simmer 10 to 15 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until lentils and vegetables are tender and liquid is almost absorbed. Garnish individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 13 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg

CURRIED BARLEY WITH RAISINS



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Besides being frugal, this side dish from our test kitchen is fast. That's because it calls for quick-cooking barley, which only takes 10-12 minutes to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1-1/2 cups cooked barley
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in oil for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the garlic and curry; saute for 1 minute. Warm barley in the microwave; stir into skillet. Add the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until heated through.

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LENTIL CURRY CASSEROLE



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Make this easy Vegan Curry Lentil Casserole whenever that craving for restaurant-style creamy Indian lentil dishes hits. Brown lentils simmered in a fragrant coconut curry broth, served over rice! So easy, so delicious. Gluten-free, too.

Provided by Vegan Richa

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tsp oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
¼ cup onion (finely chopped)
1 hot green chili (finely chopped)
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp ground coriander
½ tsp turmeric
½ - 1 tsp garam masala or curry powder
1 bay leaf
⅛ tsp black pepper
1 good pinch of cinnamon
¾ cup of lentils (brown or green )
14 oz can tomatoes
14 oz can coconut milk
2 ½ cups broth (divided)
¾ tsp salt (divided)
2 Tbsp almond butter or cashew butter (or use sun butter to make it nut-free - warmed)
Lemon juice and cilantro (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Add oil to a casserole dish. Add in garlic, onion, green chili, spices and ¼ tsp salt - mix well. Preheat the oven to 400℉ (205C)
  • Once heated, place the casserole dish in the oven for 5-8 minutes or until onions start to turn golden
  • Remove dish from the oven and add in the lentils, tomatoes, coconut milk, remaining salt and 2 cups of broth, mix well. (reserve 2 tbsp coconut milk for garnish if you wish)
  • Place the dish back in the oven and cook for 1 hour or 1 hour and 10 mins or until lentils are cooked to preference (taste using a spoonful to see if they're done)
  • Once done, remove the dish from the oven, and while the mixture is still hot, first mix almond butter with warmed 1/2 cup of broth, add this mixture in, and stir until combined
  • Adjust flavor and spice as needed. Add in some lemon juice and cilantro for garnish, as desired
  • Serve with some fresh rice, flatbread, naan bread, or pita bread

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 333 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CURRIED LENTIL AND BARLEY CASSEROLE



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Dinner ready in an hour! Enjoy this flavorful lentil and barley casserole made with veggies - a delightful meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup dried lentils, sorted and rinsed
2 cups fat-free vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1 bag (1 pound) frozen corn, green peas and carrots (or other combination)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat lentils, broth, curry powder and garlic to boiling in 3-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in barley and frozen vegetables. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils and barley are tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CURRIED LAMB AND BARLEY GRAIN



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Fresh and deliciously different, this main dish can be made ahead and then baked before serving. Crisp cucumber and hints of lemon, mint and garlic in the sauce complement this recipe's appealing blend.-National Barley Foods Council, Mary Sullivan, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

CURRIED LAMB AND BARLEY:
1 pound ground lamb
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup sliced celery
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups chicken broth
1 to 2 tablespoons curry powder
CUCUMBER SALSA:
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup snipped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 tablespoon snipped fresh mint
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute lamb, onion, barley and celery in oil until lamb is browned and barley is golden. Add broth and curry powder; bring to a boil. Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until barley is tender. , In a small bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with lamb.

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MIDDLE EASTERN BARLEY, LENTIL, & RICE CASSEROLE



Middle Eastern Barley, Lentil, & Rice Casserole image

I saw this in the "8 Week Cholesterol Cure" and thought it sounded good, but was skeptical of it passing the 'husband and kid test.' To my amazement, they loved it and left nary a scrap in the pot. A nice blend of sweet and savory.

Provided by winkki

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup dried lentils
1/2 cup pearl barley
1/2 cup long-grain rice
1/4 cup chopped dried apricot
1/2 cup raisins (I used golden sultanas)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint
pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium-large saucepan (I used a 2Q pan and it was just right; I've also sauteed in water instead of oil).
  • Add onion and garlic; cook& stir 2 min.
  • Stir in cinnamon, sugar, and 4 c water.
  • Add lentils and barley.
  • Bring to boil on med heat; reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer gently for 20 min.
  • Add rice, apricots, raisins, and mint; stir.
  • Simmer, covered, 20 more min or until all the ingredients are tender and have absorbed the liquid.
  • Season to taste with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.9, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 6.2, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 11.7, Protein 7.6

CURRIED LENTILS



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Simple recipe with exotic flavors, but only a few ingredients. Lentils are simmered in a coconut curry sauce. Serve over rice.

Provided by MELANIESAYSHI

Categories     Side Dish     Curry Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup dried lentils
1 cup water
¾ cup canned cream of coconut
1 tablespoon curry paste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils and place in a saucepan with the water. Bring to a boil, then cover, and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in the curry paste, coconut cream and season with salt to taste. Return to a simmer, and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.8 calories, Carbohydrate 73.1 g, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 259.9 mg, Sugar 49 g

LENTIL CASSEROLE



Lentil Casserole image

Easy and healthy casserole!

Provided by Shane

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils
2 cups water
1 (29 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Spread lentils into a shallow 2-quart baking dish. Pour water over lentils. Add tomatoes, carrots, green bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, celery, parsley, and garlic to lentil mixture. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lentils are tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Remove aluminum foil and sprinkle Cheddar cheese over casserole; bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 20.4 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 245 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SPICY ROOT & LENTIL CASSEROLE



Spicy root & lentil casserole image

The potatoes in this recipe take on the spicy flavours beautifully - our idea of the perfect veggie supper

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper, Vegetable

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic clove, crushed
700g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
4 carrot, thickly sliced
2 parsnip, thickly sliced
2 tbsp curry paste or powder
1 litre/1¾ pints vegetable stock
100g red lentils
a small bunch of fresh coriander, roughly chopped
low-fat yogurt and naan bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion and garlic over a medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally. Tip in the potatoes, carrots and parsnips, turn up the heat and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring, until the vegetables are golden.
  • Stir in the curry paste or powder, pour in the stock and then bring to the boil. Reduce the heat, add the lentils, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the lentils and vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  • Stir in most of the coriander, season and heat for a minute or so.Top with yogurt and the rest of the coriander. Serve with naan bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 64 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 1.24 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked lentils or barley.
  • If you don't have curry powder, you can substitute garam masala or a blend of cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
  • If you want a spicier casserole, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of yogurt or chutney.

Conclusion:

This curried lentil and barley casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this casserole a try.

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