Oh So Tasty Rice

Elevate your side dish game with "Oh So Tasty Rice," a vibrant and flavorful rice recipe that’s anything but ordinary. This one-pot dish combines fluffy long-grain white rice simmered in savory vegetable broth with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, creating a warmly spiced base. Sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, and sweet green peas add a medley of textures and bursts of color, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley brighten every bite. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian delight or a versatile side for your favorite mains, this easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a go-to for delicious weeknight dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large carrot, finely diced
• 0.5 cups frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 medium juice of lemon

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then set it aside to drain thoroughly.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and diced carrot, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant and the carrots soften slightly.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the pan, stirring gently to lightly toast the grains in the oil and spices for about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes undisturbed.

Step 9

After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently fold in the frozen peas.

Step 10

Cover the pan again and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.

Step 11

Turn off the heat, add the lemon juice, and fluff the rice with a fork to combine.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your Oh So Tasty Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1372.3 grams (1372.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1099

Total Fat 36.50g	47%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2932mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 167.60g	61%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 28.90g	58%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270mg	21%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2236mg	48%

*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: 29.5%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 60.2%