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Cinnamon Pumpkin & Lentil Rice served on a round plate

Cinnamon Pumpkin & Lentil Rice

40 min · 10 ingredients

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Roasted pumpkin over lentil rice, gently scented with cinnamon and cumin and finished with parsley. Makes 2 servings.

protein
16g
carbs
82g
fats
8g
calories
460kcal

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Heat the oven to 220°C.

  2. Toss pumpkin with oil, cinnamon, cumin, and half the salt.

  3. Spread on a lined tray and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until tender and browned at the edges.

  4. Meanwhile, rinse rice and place in a saucepan with 220 ml water and remaining salt.

  5. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low for 12 minutes.

  6. Rest off the heat for 5 minutes.

  7. Warm lentils with 2 tbsp water in a small saucepan for 3–4 minutes.

  8. Fold into the cooked rice.

  9. Divide lentil rice between two bowls. Top with pumpkin, parsley, and lemon juice.