One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils, Black Beans and Rice

A healthy, vegetarian, gluten free dinner the whole family will love! You won't miss the meat in this easy to make, One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils, Black Beans and Rice!

 
INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 of a yellow onion, diced
• 1 clove of garlic, grated or minced
• 1/2 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
• 1/2 cup uncooked French green lentils, rinsed (red or brown lentils may also be used)
• 2-3 cups low sodium vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder (optional)
• Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 15 ounces black beans (canned), rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup fire roasted tomatoes, drained
• 4 ounces diced green chiles (canned)
• 1 small zucchini, shredded
• 1/2 cup frozen corn, defrosted
• 1 cup red enchilada sauce
• 3/4 cup shredded cheese, I used sharp cheddar and part skim mozzarella
• Cilantro for garnish (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat a large pot or saucepan over medium high heat.
2. When the pot is heated spray with cooking oil and add in the onion and garlic.
3. Sauté for a couple minutes then add in the brown rice and lentils.

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