ORZO-LENTIL RICE

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A tender medley of pasta, lentils and rice partners perfectly with a meat or vegetarian entrée. Herbs and chopped veggies add interest to the side dish. -Misty Scondras, Dalton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
4 teaspoons butter
5 cups water
1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery, carrot and red pepper in butter until tender. Stir in the water, lentils and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes., Stir in pasta and rice. Bring to a boil; cover and cook 15-20 minutes longer or until pasta and rice are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Munjila Mon
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Meh.


Mohamed Imadh
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This recipe was easy and flavorful. I loved the combination of orzo, lentils, and rice, and the spices gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!


Maria Sky
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, and this one didn't disappoint. It was simple to make and the result was delicious. The lentils and rice were perfectly cooked, and the orzo added a nice texture. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotat


Adam Tasiu
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The orzo, lentils, and rice were cooked perfectly and the spices were well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Nahid Mirza
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I'm not a fan of orzo, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lentils and rice were cooked perfectly and the spices gave it a nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll use a different pasta.


Md Munjur
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The orzo, lentils, and rice were cooked perfectly and the spices were well-balanced. I would definitely make it again.


Josh Reese
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This recipe was a little too spicy for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of chili powder next time.


Rockey Gautam
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes. This one is definitely a keeper. The orzo, lentils, and rice are a great combination and the spices give it a nice flavor.


TEAM SWAG YT
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This was a really easy and affordable meal to make. I used brown rice instead of white rice and it turned out great. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the pot.


Jenny Chevez
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The kids especially liked the orzo and the lentils. I will definitely be making this again.


Nicol Kids
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The orzo, lentils, and rice were cooked perfectly and the spices were well-balanced. I served it with a side of yogurt and it was a delicious meal.


Lindana Jones
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. I also think it would be good with some chopped vegetables added in.


Rajosheek Rajosheek
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this dish. The orzo and rice balanced out the lentils and the spices gave it a nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Masud Munshi
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This was a great way to use up some leftover lentils and rice. I added some chopped vegetables to the pot and it turned out really well. The orzo cooked evenly and the whole dish had a great texture.


Cyril Blount
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors. I especially liked the crispy bits of orzo that formed on the bottom of the pot.


Christopher Griffith
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I'm a fan of one-pot meals, and this one didn't disappoint. It was simple to make and the result was delicious. The lentils and rice were perfectly cooked, and the orzo added a nice texture. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotation.


Saim Here
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This recipe was easy and flavorful. I loved the combination of orzo, lentils, and rice, and the spices gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!