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Basmati Rice, Chickpeas & Toasted Almonds Recipe

Basmati Rice, Chickpeas & Toasted Almonds Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large red bell pepper , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
1 1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
1/2 tsp salt
1 (19 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Directions:

In a medium nonstick saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft, about 7 minutes.
Add the bell pepper and rice, stirring to coat. Stir in the water, lemon zest and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
Stir in the chickpeas and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and toasted almonds at serving time.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	141.57 Kcal (593 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.93 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.21g	8%
Sodium	208.93mg	9%
Potassium	127.61mg	3%
Total Carbs	21.77g	7%
Sugars	2.07g	8%
Dietary Fiber	1.8g	7%
Protein	3.14g	6%
Vitamin C	22.2mg	37%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	16%
Iron	24.4mg	136%
Calcium	34.4mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	76.74 Kcal (321 kJ)
Calories from fat	25.44 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.83g	8%
Sodium	113.26mg	9%
Potassium	69.17mg	3%
Total Carbs	11.8g	7%
Sugars	1.12g	8%
Dietary Fiber	0.98g	7%
Protein	1.7g	6%
Vitamin C	12mg	37%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	16%
Iron	13.2mg	136%
Calcium	18.6mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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