[NEW] Rice Cooker Lentils And Rice

Rice isn't the only thing you can cook in a rice cooker. Rice cookers, which are designed to shut off or reduce heat at a certain point in their cook cycle, are often on the approved cooking equipment list for dorms. This dish, made with shelf-stable and inexpensive ingredients, is a perfect option for college students looking for a little fiber and protein they can make while they study.
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Prep Time: 5 min.
Cook Time: 40 min.
Total Time: 45 mins
4 Servings
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[NEW] Rice Cooker Lentils And Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. oregano Pepper to taste

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Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients into rice cooker and cook until done (30-40 minutes).

Nutrition Facts

4 servings per container
Serving size 216 g
Amount per serving
Calories 348
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.8g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 40.2mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g 25%
Dietary Fiber 7.26g 26%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 15.6g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 47.1mg 4%
Iron 4.2mg 25%
Potassium 467.2mg 10%

*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

Practical Notes
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Score Breakdown

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  • Fiber
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Whole Grains
− Less
  • Additives to Limit
  • Added Sodium
  • Added Sugar
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