CARAMELIZED BEET-LENTIL PILAF
Simple, affordable, and a complete protein-there's a reason why rice and legumes are a staple meal in so many different cultures. Here, tender white rice and quick-cooking lentils make a hearty and satisfying vegetarian bowl. To dress things up and deepen the flavor, quick-cooking grated beets were caramelized and then simmered them with the grain mixture, and it's all topped off with a dollop of creamy yogurt and a sprinkle of Aleppo pepper.
Provided by Shira Bocar
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add lentils to a small saucepan and cover with 3 inches of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and partially cover. Cook until lentils are almost tender, 10 to 12 minutes; drain.
- In a large straight-sided skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, grated beets, and a generous pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, and rice and cook until rice looks opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 cups water and lentils and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is crisp-tender, 15 minutes.
- Uncover and top with beet greens. Cover and cook until greens are bright green and tender, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve with yogurt, Aleppo pepper, and a drizzle of oil.
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[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients.
Md Hamidur
[email protected]I'm not a fan of beets and this recipe didn't change my mind.
Md Osmanbai00
[email protected]The instructions were a bit confusing and the dish didn't turn out as I expected.
Josh Pro
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste.
Quentin Ingham
[email protected]I'm not sure I would make this recipe again, but I'm glad I tried it.
Madiha Malik Official
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet.
Enie Tachiona
[email protected]I had some trouble finding black lentils, but I was able to substitute brown lentils and the dish still turned out great.
mezo gamer
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.
MasterEpix-_-
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of beets, but I loved this recipe.
Emily Chaplick
[email protected]This dish is healthy and delicious, and it's also very affordable.
swif shine
[email protected]I added a bit of extra spice to the dish and it was even better.
Shajib Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beets.
Rutty Jony
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish.
Ismail Butt
[email protected]The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly.
charles bristone
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
omar Abouelezz
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The caramelized beets and lentils added a unique and delicious flavor to the pilaf.