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Ingredients
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1 cup yellow lentils
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1 cup uncooked white rice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 small carrots, diced
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1 stalk celery, diced
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½ onion, diced
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1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon ground thyme
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½ teaspoon dried rosemary
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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¼ teaspoon chili powder
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8 cups water
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1 lemon, zested and juiced, divided
Directions
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Soak lentils and rice in cold water to cover for at least 30 minutes. Rinse and drain. Set aside.
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Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and saute carrots, celery, and onion until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in coriander, salt, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and chili powder. Stir in drained rice and lentils. Pour in water; add lemon zest. Close and lock the lid.
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Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
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Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
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Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve.
Cook's Note:
You can use pigeon peas instead of yellow lentils.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
161 | Calories |
2g | Fat |
30g | Carbs |
7g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 161 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 2g | 2% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
Sodium 368mg | 16% |
Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 7g | 26% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 7g | 13% |
Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
Calcium 42mg | 3% |
Iron 3mg | 14% |
Potassium 285mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.