Protein-Packed American Southern Pilaf with Lentils
Protein-Packed American Southern Pilaf with Lentils A CIF Food Is Medicine salad inspired by American Southern flavors with emphasis on Diabetes-Friendly, Plant-Forward, High Protein, High Fiber, Meal Prep. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.
A CIF Food Is Medicine salad inspired by American Southern flavors with emphasis on Diabetes-Friendly, Plant-Forward, High Protein, High Fiber, Meal Prep.
Ingredients:
1cup lentils
1cup brown rice
1cup green beans
1cup okra
2cups collard greens
parsley
onion
paprika
1tablespoon chia seeds
black pepper to taste
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan if desired,
Combine ingredients with olive oil, herbs, spices, and citrus,
Roast or bake until vegetables are tender and protein is cooked through,
Serve warm with fresh herbs or lemon.
Keywords:
protein-packed american southern pilaf with lentils, american southern, salad, diabetes-friendly, plant-forward, high protein, high fiber, meal prep, 1 cup green beans, 1 cup okra