Mexican Brown Rice & Lentils

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 13
Mexican Brown Rice & Lentils with a touch of spice
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can stewed tomatoes , drained and chopped , with liquid set aside
1 can chicken broth
1 large onion , finely chopped
1 cup dried lentils
1 cup water
1/2 cup brown rice or 1/2 cup basmati rice
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
224
Sugar
4g
Fat
1g
Mexican Brown Rice & Lentils is a hearty and healthy dish that can be served as a main course for lunch or dinner. It's a one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weekdays or a cozy weekend dinner. The combination of brown rice, lentils, and tomatoes creates a rich and comforting base, while spices like chili powder and cumin add a flavorful kick.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine stewed tomatoes (reserve liquid), chicken broth, and onion.
2.Add the lentils, water, rice, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
3.Mix everything well and bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until lentils and rice are tender.
5.Add reserved tomato liquid, stir well, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6.Serve hot and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

PROS

This dish is a great source of protein and fiber from the lentils and brown rice.

Adding tomatoes increases your vitamin C intake.

The spices in this recipe bring a lot of flavor and are great for boosting metabolism and immunity.

CONS

If you are sensitive to spice, this dish might be too hot for you.

It may take some time to prepare with the 45-50 minute cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils and brown rice are excellent sources of plant-based protein and fiber, which can lower cholesterol and improve digestion.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins C and K and may help prevent certain cancers.
Chili powder and cumin contain capsaicin and antioxidants, which can help boost the immune system and speed up metabolism.

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