Description
A wholesome dish combining earthiness and brightness with a satisfying texture, perfect for a nourishing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the long grain rice and toast for 2-3 minutes until slightly translucent at the edges.
- Pour in the vegetable broth (or water) and bring to a boil.
- Stir in chickpeas, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Toasting the rice enhances its flavor. You can substitute lentils for chickpeas and adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg