High Protein Rice with Almonds

Elevate your mealtime with this wholesome and satisfying High Protein Rice with Almonds, a vibrant dish packed with nutrients and flavor. Made with the hearty combination of nutty brown rice and protein-rich red lentils, this recipe is both nourishing and delicious. Its sautéed medley of caramelized onions, golden toasted almonds, and tender chickpeas is infused with the fresh brightness of parsley and zesty lemon for a balanced bite. Perfect as a wholesome vegetarian main or as a protein-packed side dish, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a nourishing yet easy-to-make meal. Ready in just under an hour, this dish is a true celebration of simple, healthy ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 0.5 cup red lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup almonds, sliced
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice and lentils in a fine mesh sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, lentils, and water. Add 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice and lentils are tender and have absorbed the water.

Step 4

While the rice and lentils are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 6

Add the sliced almonds to the skillet, and toast for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the almonds are golden brown.

Step 7

Stir in the cooked chickpeas, and cook for another 2 minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 8

Once the rice and lentils are done, fluff them with a fork, and add them to the skillet with the onion, garlic, almond, and chickpea mixture.

Step 9

Gently fold in the chopped parsley, black pepper, and lemon zest.

Step 10

Serve warm as a high-protein main dish or as an accompaniment to your favorite protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1473.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1313.7

Total Fat 64.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2447.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 512.5mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 2162.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 43.8%