A warming, nourishing bowl of red lentils, brown basmati rice and fragrant Ayurvedic spices.
This beautiful Ayurvedic-inspired bowl brings together wholesome ingredients, warming spices and fresh green vegetables to create a simple, comforting meal.
Inspired by traditional kitchari, it’s a lovely way to nourish your body while embracing the Ayurvedic principles of balance and mindful eating.
Serves: 4–6
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 40–50 minutes
Ingredients
3 tblsp coconut oil
– 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
– ½ cup brown basmati rice, rinsed
– 1 litre vegetable stock, plus 1 extra cup of water
– 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
– 2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 2 teaspoon ground turmeric
– 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek ground
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
– 2 cups green vegetables (spinach, zucchini, peas or broccoli)
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– Fresh coriander and lemon wedges to serve
Method
1. Rinse the red lentils and brown basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water.
2. In a large pan (with a lid) heat coconut oil over medium heat, add ginger and spices and cook off for a minute. Add the Lentils and Rice and stir to coat. Add stock and water.
3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for approximately 35–45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add extra stock or water as needed.
4. Continue cooking until the lentils are soft and creamy and the rice is tender.
5. Add your chosen green vegetables during the final 5–10 minutes of cooking.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Spoon into serving bowls and garnish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon.
A Little Ayurvedic Wisdom
In Ayurveda, food is considered more than simply nourishment for the body. It also influences our energy, digestion and state of mind.
This bowl is inspired by kitchari, a traditional Ayurvedic dish made with rice, legumes and warming spices.
Ginger, cumin, coriander and fennel are traditionally used in Ayurvedic cooking to support digestion, while the soft, cooked ingredients make this a comforting and grounding meal. Its extremely easy to digest. Leaves you feeling light and energetic.
Prepared with fresh ingredients and enjoyed mindfully, this dish reflects the qualities of sattva — balance, clarity and harmony.
Meet Move Eat Tip: Serve with a spoonful of natural yoghurt or coconut yoghurt, a scattering of fresh coriander and a little lemon zest for extra freshness.
Meet Move Eat — Nourishing body, mind and soul.
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