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Mujaddara

Mujaddara is a comforting Middle Eastern dish made with lentils and quinoa, topped with caramelized onions, offering a rich flavor and hearty nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Vegan
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup lentils Rinse before use
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse before use
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced For caramelization
  • 2 cups vegetable broth Can be low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon cumin For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon coriander For flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
  • as needed tablespoons Olive oil For cooking the onions
  • for garnish Chopped parsley Freshly chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and add the sliced onions. Cook until caramelized.
  2. Rinse lentils and quinoa under cold water. Add them to the pot with the caramelized onions.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and quinoa are cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  2. Fluff with a fork and serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Make sure to cook the onions slowly for proper caramelization. Feel free to adjust spices to taste. Additional vegetables like carrots or spinach can be added for more nutrition. If desired, substitute quinoa with rice for a different texture. A squeeze of lemon juice can enhance the flavors before serving.