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Lemon-Sesame Brown Rice Crowned With Vegetables

Lemon-Sesame Brown Rice Crowned With Vegetables is built on Freshly Cooked Brown Rice Preferable, Fresh Lemon Or Lime Juice, Carrots, and Julienned Sweet Red Bell Pepper. Add it to your meal plan and shop the whole list in one go.

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Ingredients

• 2 cup
• 2 tbsp
• 1/2 cup
• 3/4 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Toast the sesame seeds in a small frying pan over medium heat, shaking the pan frequently, until the seeds are lightly browned, about 4 minutes.

2. 2

   Transfer to a grinder and grind to a coarse powder.

3. 3

   Add to the rice, along with the dill, nuts and lemon juice; toss gently to combine.

4. 4

   Combine the carrots, broccoli, bell pepper and cauliflower in a steamer and steam until tender, about 4 minutes.

5. 5

   Mound the rice on a warmed serving platter. Top with the vegetables and toss gently to mix. Serve at room temperature.

6. 6

   NOTES: This is a variation on Southern Indian lemon rice.

7. 7

   Serve as a side dish to grilled or roast chicken or seafood, or serve by itself as a meatless entree.