How To Make Lentil Kofta with Orzo & Feta
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the lentils according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, chili powder, parsley, breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Shape the lentil mixture into small kofta balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake the kofta in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
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In the meantime, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions, using vegetable broth instead of water for added flavor.
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Once the kofta and orzo are cooked, serve the kofta on top of the orzo pasta.
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Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the kofta and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories : 396kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 25mg
- Sodium : 332mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 52g
- Dietary Fiber : 13g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 18g
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