How to Make Rice and Lentils from a Rice Cooker - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a simple, healthy, and delicious recipe that you can easily make in your rice cooker? Look no further than this recipe for Rice and Lentils! This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something comforting and satisfying, without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it's packed with protein and fiber, making it a great option for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Using a rice cooker to make this dish not only saves time and effort, but it also ensu...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 1 cup pearled barley
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chicken stock concentrate (such as Better than Bouillon®)
  • water as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Rinse rice, lentils, and barley thoroughly and mix in a rice cooker pot; add olive oil, garlic, and stock concentrate and stir.
  • Pour enough water over the mixture to reach the 4 1/2-cup mark on the rice cooker.
  • Press Start and let cook until the rice and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    631 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 381mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 122g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 453mg