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Lentil rice pilaf

From the video “Greek Lentil & Rice Pilaf: Fakorizo VEGAN” by Dimitra's Dishes. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Dimitra's Dishes. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumGreat weeknight pick
Not spicy
Total time
~75 min
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Serves
~3
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Cost
~$1.89*
per serving, Ontario (~2 portions assumed)save ~$13.11* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
13

Ingredients

  • Vegan

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$3.78*for the batch in the video
~$1.89*per serving

You save about ~$13.11* per serving (87% less*) than ordering it out — ~$26.22* for ~2 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario rice dish, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

3 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 5 predicted from typical costs

* Estimate, not a quote: 5 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario rice dish at ~$15, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving591 kcal · 30% of 2,000
Fat11 g15%
Saturated fat1.7 g9%
Sodium66 mg3%
Carbohydrate102 g37%
Fiber10 g36%
Total sugars5.7 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein22 g44%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+20 of 20
  • Saturated fat−3 of 20
  • Sodium−1 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 9 of 11 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: average of rules (2: 2.1 servings of rice/noodles (~90 g dry or ~200 g cooked each)) and model check (4)). Typical amounts assumed for canned diced tomatoes, lemon wedges, olive oil, fresh parsley, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, black pepper, kalamata olives, sugar. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • pot
  • strainer
  • knife
  • cutting board

What the video didn’t say

  • Servings not stated
  • Total preparation time not stated
  • Exact amount of canned diced tomatoes not stated
  • Exact amount of kalamata olives not stated
  • Exact amount of olive oil not stated
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Lentil rice pilaf

What makes Dimitra's Dishes's Lentil rice pilaf recipe and technique special?

Dimitra's Dishes's take on Lentil rice pilaf focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Mediterranean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Adding hot lentil water to rice ensures proper absorption and texture. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Lentil rice pilaf at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Lentil rice pilaf recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Lentil rice pilaf ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Lentil rice pilaf can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Dimitra's Dishes's Lentil rice pilaf?

This recipe utilizes approximately 13 ingredients across 9 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Lentil rice pilaf?

The official cooking video by Dimitra's Dishes is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.