Spicy Rice, Bean and Lentil Casserole

Spicy Rice, Bean and Lentil Casserole

In a non stick saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.

Add garlic, onions and green pepper, cook for 3 minutes.

Stir in stock, brown rice, lentils, basil and chili powder, bring to boil.

Reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered and stirring occasionally, for 30 to 40 minutes or until rice and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.

Stir in beans, corn and salsa, cover and cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.

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Ingredients:

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

2 -3 garlic cloves, smashed

1 cup chopped onions

3/4 cup chopped green peppers

3 3/4 cups vegetable stock

3/4 cup brown rice

1/2 cup green lentils

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 (19 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup canned corn kernels or 1 cup frozen corn kernels, drained

1 cup mild salsa or 1 cup hot salsa

Steps/Methods:

In a non stick saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.

Add garlic, onions and green pepper, cook for 3 minutes.

Stir in stock, brown rice, lentils, basil and chili powder, bring to boil.

Reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered and stirring occasionally, for 30 to 40 minutes or until rice and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.

Stir in beans, corn and salsa, cover and cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.

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Randy Boyer
Randy is the co-founder of NaturallySavvy.com and The Healthy Shopper. She has been working in the natural health industry for over 20 years. She is very passionate about healthy living by choosing natural and organic as much as possible, has a personal love of cooking and sharing healthy recipes and is a fitness enthusiast.