Lebanese Mujadara
This recipe was created by Humane World for Animals’ expert chefs and approved by our team of registered dietitians.
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 Cups Beans, lentils, brown, dry
- 3 Cups Rice, brown, parboiled
- ¾ Cups Oil, canola
- 6 Cups Onions, yellow, sliced
- 5 Cups Water
- 2 Tablespoons Cumin, ground
- 1 ¼ Tablespoons Salt, Kosher
- 6 Cups Cucumber, with peel, diced
- 6 Cups Tomatoes, medium dice
- ¾ Cup Parsley, Italian, fresh, chopped
- ¾ Cup Onions, green, sliced thinly on bias
- ¾ Cup Dressing, Italian, fat-free
- ¾ Cup Onions, crispy fried
Instructions
- 1. For lentil rice: In a large mixing bowl, combine rice and lentils, rinse and soak in water (not listed) for 20 minutes.2. For mujadara: In a large pot on medium heat, cook onions in canola oil for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.3. Add water, cumin, and salt along with drained lentils and rice, mix to combine. Cover and cook for around 25-30 minutes or until rice and lentils are tender.4. For cucumber tomato salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, green onions, and dressing. Cover and reserve in cooler until service.5. For service: Add 1 1/2 cups of mujadara into a serving bowl. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of crispy onions. Serve with 1 cup side salad.
Notes
*The nutrition information is an estimate based on general ingredients. These amounts will vary based on the products you are using.