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Mexican Lentil Casserole

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This Mexican main features Onion; chopped, Green pepper; chopped, Celery; chopped, ;water, Lentils; uncooked. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 411.6
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Mexican main features Onion; chopped, Green pepper; chopped, Celery; chopped, ;water, Lentils; uncooked. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Onion; chopped
  • 1/2 cup Green pepper; chopped
  • 1/2 cup Celery; chopped
  • 4 cup ;water
  • 1 cup Lentils; uncooked
  • 1 1/2 cup Rice, brown; cooked
  • 6 ounce Tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 ounce Taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili powder
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium saucepan, combine onions, green pepper, cleery and water.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  3. 3
    Stir in lentils, cover pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer 40 minutes.
  4. 4
    Preheat oven to 375.
  5. 5
    Lightly oil a 1 3/4 quart casserole or spray with a nonstick cooking spray.
  6. 6
    Remove saucepan from heat and stir in remaining ingredients, mixing well.
  7. 7
    Spoon into prepared casserole.
  8. 8
    Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes.
  9. 9
    Let stand 5 minutes before serving

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 411.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.6g8%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4119.2mg172%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g27%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g58%
Sugars 20.1g
Protein 16.7g34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baking, boiling, brown, casserole, celery, chili, chopped, cooked, green, lentil, lentils, main, mexican, onion, paste, pepper, powder, rice, seasoning, simmering
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