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Mujaddara

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Mujaddara

Mujaddara is a vegetarian dinner from Middle Eastern cuisine. It is made with lentils, rice, onion, cumin and olive oil. One serving has about 350 kcal, 12 g protein, 55 g carbs and 8 g fat.

Did you know? Mujaddara is a humble yet iconic dish often called "poor man's food" in the Levant. The caramelized onions are the star. This dish is vegan and packed with fiber. Often served with yogurt or salad.

Updated 21 June 2025 · nutrition is an estimate per serving

Diet: Vegetarian
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350 kcal
Protein: 12 g
Style: Healthy

Main ingredients

lentils
rice
onion
cumin
olive oil

Quantities depend on the cook; the videos below show the method step by step.

Nutrition per serving

Mujaddara

350kcal / serving

Protein: 12 g 14%
Carbs: 55 g 65%
Fat: 8 g 21%
Fibre: 10 g

Vitamins and minerals (approx.)
Iron	6mg
Vitamin A	50mcg
Vitamin C	5mg

How to make Mujaddara: videos

One Pot Lentil and Rice Recipe Inspired by Lebanese Mujadara ???????? Easy Plant-Based Recipes for VegansFood Impromptu · 24.4 lakh views · 5 min

THE PERFECT MUJADDARA! مجدرةFeast In The Middle East · 3.2 lakh views

1000 Year Old Middle Eastern Comfort Food - MujaddaraHungry Man Kitchen · 2.5 lakh views

Mujadara Recipe (How to Make Lebanese Lentil & Rice)Plant Based Folk · 1.7 lakh views

वरुण मुद्रा | VARUN MUDRA FOR DRY EYES FREQUENT URINATION & DEHYDRATION BY NITYANANDAM SHREENityanandam Shree · 1.0 lakh views

Quick answers

Is Mujaddara vegetarian?

Yes. Mujaddara is vegetarian: none of its main ingredients is meat, fish or egg.

How many calories are in Mujaddara?

About 350 kcal per serving, with 12 g protein, 55 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat. This is an estimate; oil, ghee and portion size change it.

Where is Mujaddara from?

Mujaddara comes from Middle Eastern cuisine.

What is Mujaddara made of?

The main ingredients are lentils, rice, onion, cumin and olive oil.

When do you eat Mujaddara?

Mujaddara is usually eaten as a dinner.

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