One-Pot Lentil And Orzo Supper
A hearty and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender lentils and orzo simmered with aromatic vegetables in a savory broth. This simple supper is both filling and nutritious, making it an ideal weeknight dinner.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 1 uur 5 min
- Porties
- 4
- Moeilijkheid
- Makkelijk
- Per portie
- 483 kcal
Allergeneninformatie: kan selderij en gluten bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 2 elolive oil
- 1 styellow onion, diced
- 2 stcarrot, diced
- 2 stcelery, diced
- 3 teentjegarlic, minced
- 1 kopjebrown lentil, rinsed
- 1.500 mlvegetable broth
- 1 kopjeorzo
- 1 tldried thyme(optioneel)
- 1 stbay leaf(optioneel)
- 1 tlsalt, to taste
- 0,5 tlblack pepper, freshly ground, to taste
garnish
- 2 elfresh parsley, chopped(optioneel)
Keukengerei
measuring cups · measuring spoons · large pot · cutting board · knife
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 2
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
Ongeveer 7 min
Tip van de kok: This step, called making a sofrito, builds a flavorful base for the dish.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and optional dried thyme, and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 4
Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and optional bay leaf to the pot.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper and stir to combine.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
Ongeveer 25 min
Tip van de kok: The lentils should be almost tender at this point, but still have a slight bite.
- 7
Stir in the orzo, making sure it is fully submerged in the liquid.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 8
Cover the pot again and continue to simmer for 10-12 minutes, until both the lentils and orzo are tender.
Ongeveer 12 min
Tip van de kok: If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of water or more broth to reach your desired consistency.
- 9
Remove the pot from the heat and discard the bay leaf.
- 10
Let the dish rest, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: Resting allows the flavors to meld and the dish to thicken slightly.
- 11
Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Per portie
Voedingswaarden
- Calorieën
- 482,7kcal
- Eiwit
- 21,3g
- Koolhydraten
- 82,6g
- Vet
- 8,9g
- Vezels
- 9,7g
- Suiker
- 6,9g
Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.
Goed bewaren
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen as it will have thickened.