Easy Brown Rice and Lentil Casserole Recipe

Published:  03/08/2018

Cooked recipe of rice, lentils and tomatoes for vegetarians

Delicious rice and lentils cook at the same time. Then top with creamy cheese.

This is a reat recipe for the vegetarian or person trying to eat more plant based protein. It contains two complementary plant protein sources, lentils and brown rice, this provides complete protein. And add in a complete protein source, cheese, it  makes a terrifc source of  all the amino acids you need to build precious muscle.

This delicious recipe will soon become a favorite go-to recipe. This versatile dish can be used as a side dish or as a meatless main dish. 

Change it up as you want by adding various vegetables. Mushrooms and sliced olives also work well. Want it more spicy? Add some red pepper flakes or sriracha. And it is so easy to make! Just mix everything right in the baking dish, cover with foil and let it bake while you prep the rest of your meal. 

Want to make it vegan? Simply use vegetable broth and omit the cheese or use a vegan cheese. 

Brown Rice and Lentil Casserole Recipe

rice and lentils

Serve on top of healthy leafy greens!

Makes 6 to 8 servings

  • 1 15 ounce can chopped tomatoes, drained
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup uncooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 1 cup chopped onion or bell pepper or mix of both
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, or 2 cloves of minced fresh garlic
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar, reduced fat cheese


Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

Mix all ingredients except the cheese in a 11 x 7 or 13 x 9 glass baking dish.

Cover tightly with foil and bake for 70 minutes.

Then remove the foil, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

 

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