Lentil Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

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Brief

Prep 30 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 45 mins

Servings: 8

Yield: 8 servings

Lentil Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked white rice

½ cup red lentils

1 cup boiling water

2 tablespoons butter

1 onion

chopped

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

salt to taste

ground black pepper to taste

8 medium tomatoes

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 clove crushed garlic

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Rinse rice and lentils in a strainer. Place in a small saucepan and stir in boiling water. Cover. Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.

Step 2

Meanwhile melt butter or margarine in a saute pan. Add onion and saute until golden brown over medium low heat. Stir in lentil mixture and mint. Season generously with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Slice the tops off tomatoes and reserve. Scoop out the middles and reserve. Fill tomato shells with lentil mixture and replace the tops. Stand in a baking dish.

Step 4

Chop reserved tomato middles and place in a small bowl. Mix in oil and garlic. Pour around the stuffed tomatoes.

Step 5

Bake in a preheated 450 degree F (230 degree C) for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven and serve.

Nutritional Information

Lentil Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:8

Calories: 174.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 5.4g 11%

Carbohydrates: 24.1g 8%

Dietary Fiber: 5.8g 23%

Sugars: 4.8g

Fat: 6.8g 11%

Saturated Fat: 2.4g 12%

Cholesterol: 7.6mg 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 1329IU 27%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.7mg 21%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 14%

Vitamin C: 20.6mg 34%

Folate: 110.8mcg 28%

Calcium: 27.7mg 3%

Iron: 1.9mg 10%

Magnesium: 36.7mg 13%

Potassium: 498.6mg 14%

Sodium: 29.3mg 1%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 22%

Calories From Fat: 61.5

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.