Hearty Lentil and Rice Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

A nourishing plant-based bowl of lentils and rice simmered with carrots and celery for a filling, economical dinner. This vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs brown rice, green lentils, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup, rinsed brown rice
• 1 cup, rinsed green lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1, diced carrot
• 1 stalk, diced celery
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pot, combine 1 cup rinsed brown rice, 1 cup rinsed green lentils, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 diced carrot, 1 diced celery stalk, 1/2 diced onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves; bring to a boil.
2. Step 2: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until rice and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1/2 tsp dried thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste; cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.