Indian-Style Lentil & Cauliflower Biryani

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Ingredients Minutes Calories
Prep Cook Servings
5 min 15 min 4
Indian-Style Lentil & Cauliflower Biryani
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Ingredients


1 cup Brown rice, medium-grain, dry (quick cooking is best for the recipe)
1 medium Carrots (peeled, diced)
2 cup Cauliflower (chopped florets)
3 tbsp Cilantro (coriander) (or parsley)
1 tsp Cilantro (coriander), dried
1 cup Frozen green peas (thawed)
1 tsp Garam masala
3 clove(s) Garlic (minced)
1 cup Lentils, canned (rinsed well)
1 tsp Mint, dried
1/2 cup Plain yogurt, fat free (optional)
1/4 cup Raisins, seedless (sultana)
1 tbsp Safflower oil
1/3 cup Sliced almonds
1/2 tsp Turmeric, ground
2 cup Vegetable stock/broth, low sodium
1 medium Yellow onion (chopped)

Instructions


In a large shallow saucepan, heat oil on medium-high. Add onion, carrot, garlic, garam masala, coriander, mint and turmeric; cook until onion softens, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.

Stir in cauliflower, broth, rice and currants; cover and simmer for 7 minutes. Stir in peas and lentils; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 4 minutes.

Stir in almonds and cilantro. If desired, serve with a dollop of yogurt.

Serve and enjoy!


Nutrition Facts

Per Portion

Calories 424
Calories from fat 110
Calories from saturated fat 12.4
Total Fat 12.3 g
Saturated Fat 1.4 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat 11.8 g
Cholesterol 1.5 mg
Sodium 262 mg
Potassium 783 mg
Total Carbohydrate 68 g
Dietary Fiber 10.4 g
Sugars 14.6 g
Protein 15.9 g

Dietary servings

Per Portion


Fruit 0.2
Grain 1.5
Meat Alternative 0.9
Milk Alternative 0.2
Vegetables 2.5

Energy sources


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