LENTILS WITH BROWN RICE AND FETA

Ingredients

1 Cup brown rice 2 Cups vegetable stock 1/2 Cup crumbled feta cheese 1 Cup brown lentils 1 bay leaf 4 Cups water 4 scallions, both white and green parts thinly sliced 1 red pepper, diced 1 zucchini, diced 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 Teaspoon thyme Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine brown rice and either stock or water. Cook rice according to package directions.

While rice is cooking, prepare lentils as follows: In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils, bay leaf and 4 cups of water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and gently boil uncovered for 15 minutes or until the lentils are tender but still have a bite.

Drain the lentils and discard the bay leaf. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the cooked rice, scallions, red pepper, zucchini, feta, oil, vinegar, thyme, salt and pepper and combine with a large spoon. Source and photo: The Daily Meal

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