Rice with Coconut and Green Lentils

This recipe is a quite different way to prepare rice. We can combine it with some Caribbean or tropical style meat preparation or a salad. It’s very quick to make and quite balanced in nutrients.

Approximate Nutritional Content: 1/2 cup (recipe makes 4 servings)

• Calories: 147 kcal.

• Grams of fat: 3 gr. equals half a fat serving

• Grams of carbohydrates: 25 gr. equals 1.5 carbohydrate servings

• Grams of protein: 5 gr. equals 1 protein serving

Note: nutritional information may vary according to the quantity and type of ingredients used, as well as the serving size..

Ingredients:

• 1 cup brown rice

• 1/2 cup green lentils

• 3 cups coconut water

• 1 cup coconut milk (light if possible)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

• In a medium pot over high heat, combine the coconut water, coconut milk, rice and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and let cook for 5 minutes.

• Add the lentils to the pot, stir and cover again. Cook for 40 to 45 minutes approximately or until all the liquid has evaporated.

• Once the rice is ready, turn off the heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Enjoy!