Herbed Lentil And Rice Bake Recipe

About this recipe

This diabetic-friendly casserole combines lentils, rice, and aromatic herbs for a hearty and satisfying dinner. Perfect for solution seekers looking for a balanced and flavorful vegetarian meal.

Ingredients

• - Thyme Bunched Herb
• - Schwartz Oregano
• - Trs Brown Lentils
• 500G White Pearl Italian Pudding Rice 500g
• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• - Forest Whole Foods Ltd Organic Dried Sage
• 500 Ml Daylesford Organic Hot & Sour Vegetable Broth
• 1 Block Greek Feta Cheese 900g
• 15G Terre Exotique Chopped Basil, 15G
• - Mill & Mortar Finishing Salt Flakes Gift Set
• - Schwartz Garlic Powder 480g

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
2. 2. In the casserole dish, combine 3/4 cup dried lentils, 3/4 cup rice, 1 cup chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon basil, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/8 teaspoon sage, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
3. 3. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth and stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
4. 4. Cover the casserole dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lentils and rice are tender and the liquid is absorbed.
5. 5. Remove the casserole from the oven, uncover, and sprinkle 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven uncovered for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is warmed and slightly melted.
6. 6. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty, diabetic-friendly dinner.