Orange Rice Spice Breakfast

Brighten up your mornings with Orange Rice Spice Breakfast, a warm and hearty meal that’s perfect for starting your day on a vibrant note! This quick and easy recipe transforms leftover rice into a citrus-infused breakfast bowl, enriched with freshly squeezed orange juice, a dash of cozy spices like cinnamon and cardamom, and a touch of vanilla for a comforting aroma. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, and made creamy with your choice of milk, this dish is both satisfying and nourishing. Customize it with toppings like sliced almonds or dried cranberries for added texture and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this breakfast recipe is as wholesome as it is flavorful—ideal for cozy mornings or when you need a nutrient-packed bite to fuel your day. Whether you use white or brown rice, it’s a delightful way to reimagine breakfast.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds or chopped nuts (optional)
• 2 tablespoons dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter or coconut oil until it is fully liquid.

Step 2

Add the cooked rice to the saucepan and stir it to coat evenly with the melted butter.

Step 3

Pour in the orange juice and milk, stirring briefly to combine. Allow the mixture to heat for 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the orange zest, honey (or maple syrup), ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and sweeteners.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.

Step 6

Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit for 1-2 minutes to absorb any remaining liquid.

Step 8

Serve the orange spiced rice into bowls, and top each serving with optional sliced almonds, dried cranberries, or raisins for added texture and flavor.

Step 9

Enjoy warm as a hearty and flavorful breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	974.3 grams (974.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1131

Total Fat 25.60g	33%
Saturated Fat 11.20g	56%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 51mg	17%
Sodium 119mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 203.60g	74%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 79.00g
Protein 24.30g	49%

Vitamin D 109IU	545%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 1150mg	24%

*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: 20.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 71.3%