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Lentil Rice

Lentil Rice Bliss: Delicious High-Protein Goodness Awaits

Discover the delightful fusion of Lentil Rice: a nutritious, high-protein mix of lentils, rice, and quinoa that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion, Healthy
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Base
  • 1 cup Dried Split Red Lentils Soak for 1-2 hours for tenderness.
  • 1 cup White Rice Use medium or short-grain for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Quinoa Toast before cooking for deeper flavor.
For Cooking
  • 3 cups Water Essential for cooking the rice and lentils.

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lentil Rice
  1. Begin by rinsing the lentils under running water until clear. Soak in fresh water for 1-2 hours, then drain.
  2. While soaking, rinse white rice thoroughly in cold water until clear. Toast quinoa in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine the soaked lentils, rinsed white rice, and toasted quinoa in a rice cooker or large pot with water. Cook according to the appliance's instructions.
  4. After cooking, let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes with the lid on to allow flavors to deepen.
  5. Fluff the Lentil Rice with a rice paddle or fork and serve as a side dish or base for proteins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider cooking in vegetable or chicken broth instead of water.

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