One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils with Black Beans and Rice - Half Cup Habit

One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils with Black Beans and Rice - Half Cup Habit

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Hearty rice and lentil stew simmered with vegetable stock, spices, and cheese—perfect comfort food!

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 onion (yellow, diced)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup rice, brown (long grain; uncooked)
  • 1/2 cup lentils, green (uncooked; rinsed)
  • 3 cups vegetable stock (low sodium)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin (ground)
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder (chipotle (optional))
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup tomatoes (fire roasted; drained)
  • 1 4 oz can green chilies (diced)
  • 1 small zucchini (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup corn, frozen (defrosted)
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce (red)
  • 3/4 cup cheese (shredded)
  • cilantro (for garnish (optional))

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