Brown Rice & Lentil Buddha Bowl
Brown Rice and Lentil Buddha Bowl is a healthy and filling meal that is perfect for weight loss. This Indian-style version of the recipe is packed with flavor and uses only 1 tsp of oil, making it a healthier option. The dish is loaded with veggies and is perfect for people who are looking for a quick, easy, and nutritious meal. It is a vegan and gluten-free recipe that is packed with protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
170 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
32 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Zucchini
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Yellow Bell Pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Garam Masala
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Carrot
0.5 small cup (50g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Brown Rice (Raw)
1 small cup (100g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Urad Dal
0.5 small bowl (50g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the brown rice and urad dal together until the water runs clear.
In a pot, add the rice, lentils, and 3 cups of water. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Let it cook for 25-30 minutes until the rice and lentils are tender and all the water has been absorbed.
In a pan, heat oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it turns translucent.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
Add the cooked rice and lentils to the pan. Mix well, ensuring the vegetables and rice are coated in the masala.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve with lemon wedges.
Community Reviews & Results
Karan Mani Deshmukh
"Tried this earlier today, and this Brown Rice & Lentil Buddha Bowl recipe exceeded all my expectations. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will be making this again very soon."
Ganesh Kumar Gupta
"Prepped this over the weekend, and Brown Rice & Lentil Buddha Bowl has quickly become a household favorite. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will be making this again very soon."
Tushar Vardhan Mahajan
"Prepped this over the weekend, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Brown Rice & Lentil Buddha Bowl was. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Radhika Prakash Nair
"Tried making this last night, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Brown Rice & Lentil Buddha Bowl was. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."