Mexican Millet Recipe

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Mexican Millet
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Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and stir until just fragrant.
  3. Add onions and jalapeno and fry until soft and golden, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Next, add the millet, and stir to coat the grains in the oil and vegetables. Fry until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth, then add tomato paste, salt, cumin and diced tomatoes, and stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, cover then lower the heat ti simmer for about 30 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat, and allow to sit covered for 10 more minutes.
  8. Stir in cilantro, then fluff with a fork before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 184.46 Kcal (772 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.4 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.71g 10%
Cholesterol 0.62mg 0%
Sodium 468.34mg 20%
Potassium 233.55mg 5%
Total Carbs 27.27g 9%
Sugars 2.13g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3.38g 14%
Protein 4.4g 9%
Vitamin C 5.4mg 9%
Iron 1.6mg 9%
Calcium 16.5mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 166.3 Kcal (696 kJ)
Calories from fat 54.45 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.05g 10%
Cholesterol 0.55mg 0%
Sodium 422.22mg 20%
Potassium 210.56mg 5%
Total Carbs 24.59g 9%
Sugars 1.92g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3.05g 14%
Protein 3.96g 9%
Vitamin C 4.9mg 9%
Iron 1.4mg 9%
Calcium 14.9mg 2%

* 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

  • 3.6
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

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

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