Egyptian Lentils and Rice Recipe

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Place lentils in saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to simmer on low for 30 minutes, or until tender.
While lentils are cooking, cook white rice in 2 cups of water, or according to package directions.
Also, cook orzo in until al dente.
Drain excess water from lentils, rice and orzo.
Combine lentils, rice and orzo in large pot.
Saute onions and garlic in pan in olive oil until browned.
Add tomato sauce to onions and garlic and heat until bubbling. Remove from heat. Add pepper and salt.
Place a serving of lentil mixture on a plate and cover with sauce. Sprinkle red pepper and chopped cilantro on top and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	439.42 Kcal (1840 kJ)
Calories from fat	69.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.69g	12%
Cholesterol	1.97mg	1%
Sodium	1978.68mg	82%
Potassium	768.33mg	16%
Total Carbs	78.35g	26%
Sugars	14.28g	57%
Dietary Fiber	13.58g	54%
Protein	13.29g	27%
Vitamin C	12mg	20%
Iron	5.1mg	28%
Calcium	51.7mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	173.44 Kcal (726 kJ)
Calories from fat	27.33 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.04g	12%
Cholesterol	0.78mg	1%
Sodium	781.01mg	82%
Potassium	303.27mg	16%
Total Carbs	30.93g	26%
Sugars	5.64g	57%
Dietary Fiber	5.36g	54%
Protein	5.25g	27%
Vitamin C	4.7mg	20%
Iron	2mg	28%
Calcium	20.4mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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