What to serve with Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf?

Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice, Hoisin Beef & Broccoli, or Chicken Fajitas. Those sit in the same style as Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf and keep the grocery list from exploding.

Can you meal prep Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf?

Yes. Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.

How long does Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf last in the fridge?

3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.

Is Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf vegan?

Yes. Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf is vegan.

Is Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf vegetarian?

Yes. Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf is vegetarian.

Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf — $0.76 a serving

Name: Spiced Lentil & Carrot Rice Pilaf
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1⅔ medium carrots; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro; ⅓ cup dried red lentils; 3½ tbsp rice; 2 tsp olive oil; ⅓ tsp ground cumin; ¼ tsp turmeric

$0.76 a serving · 30 min

Under 30 min
One pan
Makes leftovers
Vegan
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
PCOS-friendly
Heart-healthy
Anti-inflammatory
Thyroid-friendly
Comfort food
Beans & lentils

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $7.38 if you cook for four.

Calories: 540 kcal
Protein: 22g
Carbs: 87g
Fat: 11g

Ingredients

For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

Carrots1⅔ medium
Fresh cilantro2 tbsp

Pantry

Dried red lentils⅓ cup
Rice3½ tbsp
Olive oil2 tsp

Spices

Ground cumin⅓ tsp
Turmeric¼ tsp

How to cook it

1
Dice the carrot and soften in the oil for 3 minutes with the cumin and turmeric.
2
Add the rinsed lentils and 2 cups of water and simmer 10 minutes.
3
Stir in the rice and simmer covered 12 minutes more until everything is tender.
4
Fluff, season and scatter with cilantro.