Rice, Lentil, and Spinach Pilaf Recipe

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Rice, Lentil, and Spinach Pilaf
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Directions:

  1. Place lentils in saucepan and cover with cold water.
  2. Bring to boil, reduce heat and cover.
  3. Simmer for 25 to 40 minutes, until tender but not mushy; drain and set aside.
  4. Meanwhile, bring the rice and 2 cups of water to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer rice about 20 minutes, covered, until all liquid is absorbed; set aside.
  6. Bring the vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan.
  7. Add onions and simmer until tender and translucent, approx 10 minutes.
  8. Add the garlic, celery, cumin and cinnamon and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
  9. Add the lentils and lemon zest (and tomatoes, if desired); heat through.
  10. Add the greens; cook and stir until tender.
  11. Fold the lentil and greens mixture into the rice.
  12. Season with salt and pepper.
  13. Note: You may make this ahead of time and place in a baking pan, cover with foil, and warm in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 201.85 Kcal (845 kJ)
Calories from fat 4.86 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.54g 1%
Sodium 3528.18mg 147%
Potassium 399.24mg 8%
Total Carbs 40.92g 14%
Sugars 2.78g 11%
Dietary Fiber 6.07g 24%
Protein 5.46g 11%
Vitamin C 14.3mg 24%
Iron 13.7mg 76%
Calcium 58.2mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 89.78 Kcal (376 kJ)
Calories from fat 2.16 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.24g 1%
Sodium 1569.35mg 147%
Potassium 177.58mg 8%
Total Carbs 18.2g 14%
Sugars 1.24g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g 24%
Protein 2.43g 11%
Vitamin C 6.4mg 24%
Iron 6.1mg 76%
Calcium 25.9mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.3
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • fat free,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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