Description
Mujaddara bi Fasolia is a traditional Lebanese dish that combines lentils, rice, and green beans in a flavorful and comforting one-pot meal. This vegan and gluten-free recipe is easy to make and perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Lentils and Rice:
- 1 cup brown or green lentils (rinsed)
- 1/2 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati)
Caramelized Onions:
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
Spices:
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Green Beans:
- 1 1/2 cups green beans or flat green beans (fasolia), trimmed and chopped into 1-inch pieces
Liquid:
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
Optional Garnishes:
- caramelized onions
- plain yogurt
- chopped parsley
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a large saucepan or deep skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until deeply golden and caramelized. Reserve half for garnish.
- Cooking Base: Add garlic to the pan with the remaining onions, sauté, then add spices, lentils, and liquid. Simmer for 10–12 minutes.
- Add Rice and Beans: Stir in rice and green beans. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Finish and Serve: Fluff with a fork, adjust seasoning, and serve topped with reserved onions and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
- Mujaddara bi Fasolia is a Lebanese comfort dish combining lentils, rice, and green beans. It’s naturally vegan and great served with a side of plain yogurt or a fresh cucumber salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
