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Morning Mujaddara Breakfast Bowl

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Ingredients

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1 cup cooked brown lentils 1 cup cooked brown lentils
1 cup cooked brown basmati rice 1 cup cooked brown basmati rice
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp sumac 1 tsp sumac
1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 lemon, juiced 1/2 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup diced cucumber 1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup diced tomato 1/2 cup diced tomato
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional) 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
1 garlic clove, minced 1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp water (for sautéing onions) 2 tbsp water (for sautéing onions)

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Morning Mujaddara Breakfast Bowl

Warm Lentils, Spiced Rice, and Sumac Onions for a Nourishing Middle Eastern Morning

Features:
  • Budget-Friendly
  • Gluten-Free
  • High-Fiber
  • High-Protein
  • Kid-Friendly
  • Oil-Free
  • Soy-Free
  • Vegan
  • Whole Foods Plant-Based

A wholesome, protein-rich vegan breakfast bowl inspired by classic mujaddara, featuring seasoned lentils and brown rice, sweet caramelized onions (oil-free!), tangy sumac, and fresh herbs. Perfectly balanced, deeply flavorful, and a comforting way to start your day.

  • 25 minutes
  • Serves 2
  • Easy

Ingredients

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Best served warm, garnished generously with fresh herbs and toppings. Enjoy as a hearty breakfast or brunch bowl with a squeeze of lemon. For extra creaminess, drizzle with vegan yogurt or tahini. Leftovers store well for 2 days and reheat beautifully.

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Steps

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Start by dry-sautéing the sliced onions in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat with 2 tbsp water, stirring frequently. Cook for 10-12 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized, adding splashes of water as needed.

2
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Add minced garlic to the onions and sauté for 1 more minute.

3
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Stir in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, smoked paprika, black pepper, and half the sumac. Mix well and cook for another minute to bloom the spices.

4
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Add cooked lentils and rice to the pan. Toss everything together, season with salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

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Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and mint.

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To serve, divide the mujaddara mixture between bowls. Top each with diced cucumber, tomato, remaining sumac, and pomegranate seeds (if using).

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