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A fragrant basmati rice pilaf studded with shredded carrots and warm spices, served with seasoned black beans and a cooling mint yogurt raita. This vegetarian dish balances earthy grains with fresh herbs and creamy yogurt for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Carrot Rice Pilaf With Black Beans And Mint Raita (8 Pts
Description
A fragrant basmati rice pilaf studded with shredded carrots and warm spices, served with seasoned black beans and a cooling mint yogurt raita. This vegetarian dish balances earthy grains with fresh herbs and creamy yogurt for a complete and satisfying meal.Ingredients
Directions
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1. Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add margarine in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and carrot; saute 2 minutes. Add next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 2 minutes. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick. Fluff rice with a fork. Spoon rice mixture onto individual plates; top with East Indian Black Beans. Sprinkle with coconut. Serve with Mint Raita
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Mint Raita: 1. Combine yogurt and mint in a bowl; stir well. Yield: 4 servings (
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shredded sweetened coconut
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minced fresh cilantro
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minced fresh mint
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 513.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.1g19%
- Saturated Fat 6.1g31%
- Cholesterol 0.6mg1%
- Sodium 3777.7mg158%
- Total Carbohydrate 88.2g30%
- Dietary Fiber 33.0g132%
- Sugars 5.9g
- Protein 22.6g46%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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