Low FODMAP Pomegranate & Mint Brown Rice Bowl with Edamame and Carrots
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4 servings
For the rice
- 1 ½ cups long-grain brown rice
- 3 cups water
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the bowl
- 2 cups frozen shelled edamame
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
- ¾ cup pomegranate arils (from 1 medium pomegranate or store-bought)
Ingredient noteA serving of up to about 3 3/4 tablespoons of pomegranate is low in FODMAPs. This recipe contains about 3 tablespoons per serving, which stays within that amount, so it is likely fine for many people. If you prefer to always avoid pomegranate, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp raw honey
Chef's tipUse the same amount. Maple syrup is a little thinner and less sticky than honey. - 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
Chef's tipSwap it in for an equal amount of the oil or butter the recipe cooks with - do not add it on top of the existing fat. - 3–4 tbsp water, to thin
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the brown rice, 3 cups water, and 1/2 tsp salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and cook for 40–45 minutes, until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 2
While the rice cooks, cook the edamame in a large skillet with 1/4 cup water over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and bright green. Drain off any remaining water and set aside.
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