Lemon Rice: A Zesty and Healthy Dish

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup finely chopped slivered almonds
• 1 3/4 cup unsalted vegetable broth
• 1 cup uncooked brown rice
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup finely sliced onion
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon margarine without trans fat
• half a cup of cooked chickpeas
• 1/4 cup of dried cranberries
• pepper and salt as desired