French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs
Thai red rice and French green lentils make a hearty, wholesome salad with fresh peas, parsley, lime juice, and a light vegetable-oil dressing. Slivered almonds add a nutty accent, while the rice and lentils bring earthy, satisfying flavor. Serve it as a nourishing side alongside spicy mains or as a substantial light meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 71
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Soak red rice in a bowl of fresh water for 30 minutes. Soak lentils in fresh water in a separate bowl for 30 minutes. Drain the rice and lentils into separate pots.
- 2
Add water and salt to the pot of rice and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender but not soft, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Add water, salt, and the bay leaf to the pot of lentils and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil the lentils for 15 minutes. Add the peas, reduce the heat, and simmer until the water has been absorbed or the legumes are tender but not soft, 5 to 10 minutes more.
- 4
Drain the rice and lentils, and discard the bay leaf. Transfer them to a large serving bowl and allow them to cool slightly. Mix in the oil, almonds, parsley, and lime juice. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly combined. Allow to rest either at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving, about 1 hour.
- Calories 340.55 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 10.13 g Good Source 20%
- Carbohydrate 43.14 g 16%
- Total Fat 17.36 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 2.27 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 49.53 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 9.61 g Good Source 34%
- Total Sugars 7.78 g --
- Added Sugars 7.45 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 33.64 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.88 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 134.84 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 7.42 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 7.81 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tree Nuts 🌰
About This Recipe
French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs is made with 12 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Distilled Water, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Parsley, and Green Peas. Each serving provides about 340.55 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs made of?
- The main ingredients are Distilled Water, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Parsley, Green Peas, Lime Juice. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 340.55 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs healthy?
- French Lentil and Thai Red Rice Salad with Lime and Herbs has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 340.55 calories and 10.13 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.27 g (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 7.45 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Tree Nuts, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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