This Lentil Rice with Hard-Boiled Eggs is an easy, one-pot side dish that’s perfect for a weeknight or your New Year’s table. Simple pantry ingredients come together for a comforting, protein-packed bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- ½ cup dry brown or green lentils (about 3 oz)
- 1 ½ Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1 Tbsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley and scallions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Bring a small kettle of water to a boil.
- Place lentils in a bowl, cover with the boiling water, and soak 30 minutes; drain.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in ground coriander and toast 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add rice and drained lentils; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in 4 cups boiling water and season with salt. Return to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer 25 minutes, or until rice and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, fold in chopped eggs and fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Flavor Boosters
Fold in cooked Italian sausage or diced halloumi for an even heartier dish.
Why We Love Lentils
Lentils cook quickly, pack plant protein, and bring good-luck vibes to New Year tables around the globe.
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