Lentil Barley Pilaf
A quick and hearty pilaf with tender barley, earthy lentils, and sweet carrots. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse the 1 cup barley and 0.5 cup lentils under cold water. Finely dice the 0.5 onion and 1 carrot.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium. Add the onion and carrot, cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the barley and lentils, then pour in 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until grains are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
Step 5
Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- pot with lid
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- fork
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