Father’s Day Recipes | Featuring Our Box of the Month

June 03, 2026 2 min read

Father’s Day Recipes | Featuring Our Box of the Month

Father’s Day is the beautiful opportunity to show appreciation through something thoughtful, practical, and delicious. Instead of another tie or coffee mug, why not treat Dad to a homemade meal made with premium ingredients?

This Quinoa & Lentil Rice Power Bowl combines two pantry favorites - Pride of India Brown Basmati Rice & Lentil Mix and Royal Bolivian White Quinoa,for a protein-packed, fiber-rich dish that's enough for lunch or dinner. Simple, flavorful, and loaded with nourishing ingredients, it's the kind of Dad's day recipe that shows love in every bite.

Lentil Rice Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Pride of India Brown Basmati Rice & Lentil Mix
  • ½ cup Pride of India Royal Bolivian White Quinoa
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 tsp Pride of India Kitchen Spice Mix or Seafood Spice Rub
  • ½ tsp Himalayan Pink Salt
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

  1. Rinse the Kitchari mix thoroughly.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice-lentil mix, white quinoa, and broth. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the grains are tender.
  4. While the grains cook, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and zucchini until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Stir in the Kitchen Spice Mix and Himalayan Pink Salt.
  7. Fluff the cooked quinoa and rice-lentil mixture with a fork and combine with the veggies.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

Why Dad Will Love This Recipe

This bowl delivers:

  • Plant-based protein from lentils and quinoa
  • Fiber-rich whole grains for lasting energy
  • Simple ingredients with big flavor
  • A colorful presentation worthy of a Father's Day table

The combination of fluffy quinoa, rice and creamy black lentils creates a satisfying meal that feels both comforting and nourishing.

Make Father's Day Extra Special

Looking for a gift that keeps on giving? The Pride of India Father’s Day Cooking Gift Box is filled with pantry essentials that inspire healthy, flavorful meals. Featuring products like Royal Bolivian White Quinoa, Garbanzo Bean Flour, Brown Basmati Rice & Lentil Mix, Whole Black Chia Seeds, Gourmet BBQ Rub, Kitchari Spice Blend, and Premium Assorted Tea Tin, it’s the perfect gift for foodie dads - who just love cooking, eating well, or trying new recipes.

Father’s Day Special: Enjoy 20% Off for a Limited Time

And if you're looking for even more kitchen inspiration throughout the year, explore our Box of the Month, packed with premium ingredients that make everyday cooking feel extraordinary.


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