Flavorful Vegetable Rice

Brighten up your dinner table with this Flavorful Vegetable Rice, a vibrant and wholesome dish that's bursting with color and taste. This recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with a medley of sautéed vegetables, including tender carrots, sweet bell peppers, and peas, all seasoned to perfection with savory soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of black pepper. A sprinkle of fresh green onions adds the perfect finishing touch for a satisfying side dish or light vegetarian main course. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or meal prepping. Pair it with your favorite protein or enjoy it on its own for a quick, nutritious, and delightfully flavorful meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt, stir once and cover.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the diced carrot and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas and soy sauce, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are hot.

Step 9

Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables and gently stir until well combined and heated through.

Step 11

Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the rice and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1643.2 grams (1643.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	942

Total Fat 30.50g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3631mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 142.90g	52%
Dietary Fiber 18.60g	66%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 24.30g	49%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1533mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 60.6%