Sweet Rice and Lentil Mango Medley
Delight your taste buds with this Sweet Rice and Lentil Mango Medley, a creamy, tropical-inspired dish that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. This easy one-pot recipe combines tender jasmine rice and protein-packed red lentils simmered in rich coconut milk for a velvety base. Fresh, juicy mango cubes add a burst of natural sweetness, complemented by a touch of honey or maple syrup and a hint of warm cinnamon. Topped with shredded coconut and fresh mint leaves, this vibrant dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a satisfying vegetarian dessert, a unique brunch option, or a wholesome snack, it’s ready in under 40 minutes and naturally gluten-free. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a tropical getaway in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 0.5 cup Red lentils
- 1 large Fresh mango, diced
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Shredded unsweetened coconut (optional topping)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice and red lentils under cool water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the mixture from becoming gummy.
In a medium pot, combine the jasmine rice, red lentils, coconut milk, and water. Stir well to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pot.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the rice and lentils are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
While the rice and lentils are cooking, peel and dice the mango into small cubes. Set aside.
Once the rice and lentil mixture is cooked, remove it from the heat and gently stir in the diced mango, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mango begins to soften slightly.
Taste and adjust sweetness or seasoning as needed.
To serve, spoon the Sweet Rice and Lentil Mango Medley into bowls. Top with shredded coconut and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1035 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
