Brown Rice and Lentils Recipe

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Brown Rice and Lentils
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Directions:

  1. In a big skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  2. Add in the onion, garlic, carrot, cumin, and coriander.
  3. Saute, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or until the onion is limp.
  4. Add the rice and lentils; saute fo 2 minutes.
  5. Add the water and salt; cover and bring to a boil.
  6. Lower heat and simmer about 40 minutes or until the rice and lentils are tender.
  7. Fluff mixture with a fork.
  8. Stir in the scallion and cilantro.
  9. Dry the skillet lid; place a crumpled paper towel over the rice, replace the lid and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 431.08 Kcal (1805 kJ)
Calories from fat 88.34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.82g 15%
Sodium 608.03mg 25%
Potassium 642.64mg 14%
Total Carbs 71.56g 24%
Sugars 2.92g 12%
Dietary Fiber 15.26g 61%
Protein 14.33g 29%
Vitamin C 6.4mg 11%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 5%
Iron 4.9mg 27%
Calcium 80.2mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 112.6 Kcal (471 kJ)
Calories from fat 23.08 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.56g 15%
Sodium 158.82mg 25%
Potassium 167.86mg 14%
Total Carbs 18.69g 24%
Sugars 0.76g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3.99g 61%
Protein 3.74g 29%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 11%
Iron 1.3mg 27%
Calcium 21mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.6
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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