Lentils with Spiced Rice & Onions
Lentils with Spiced Rice & Onions is a hearty dish made by combining lentils, seasoned rice, and sautéed onions for a flavorful and nutritious meal. A notable nutritional highlight is its protein content, providing 10.4 grams per serving.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: To enhance the flavor profile, consider adding fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.
💡 Did you know? Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated legumes, with evidence of their consumption dating back over 9,000 years in the Near East.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, lentils have become a staple in many cultural cuisines, with numerous restaurants and food vendors offering lentil-based dishes that reflect the city's diverse culinary landscape.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/2 cup ≈ 4 oz
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.