Mujaddara (Lentils, Rice, and Crispy Onions)
Comforting lentils and rice topped with crispy caramelized onions. 380 calories, 14g protein, a high-fiber vegan staple.
Mujaddara (Lentils, Rice, and Crispy Onions) has 380 calories per serving, with 14g protein, 62g carbs, 9g fat, and 10g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 35 min.
Nutrition per serving
3 serving(s)
380
Calories
14g
Protein
28% DV
62g
Carbs
23% DV
9g
Fat
12% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
🫘 10g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
35 min
Servings
3
Est. Cost
$3.00
Mujaddara (Lentils, Rice, and Crispy Onions)
A humble Middle Eastern dish of lentils and rice crowned with deeply caramelized onions. It’s affordable, vegan, and packed with fiber and plant-based protein.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown lentils
- 1/2 cup white rice
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse lentils and place in a pot with 2 cups water. Simmer 20 minutes until just tender.
- Add rice, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and 1 cup water to the lentils. Cover and cook 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- Cook sliced onions 15-20 minutes, stirring often, until deep golden and crispy.
- Fluff the lentil-rice mixture off the heat and let rest 5 minutes.
- Spoon onto plates and top generously with crispy onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 14g |
| Carbs | 62g |
| Fat | 9g |
| Fiber | 10g |
Tips
- Cook onions slowly for the signature sweetness and crunch.
- Serve with plain yogurt or a cucumber salad for freshness.
- Use brown rice for extra fiber (cooks a bit longer).
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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