Rice a La Hippie

Take your taste buds on a wholesome, flavor-packed journey with Rice a La Hippie, the ultimate one-pan vegetarian dish bursting with earthy goodness and vibrant textures. This nutritious recipe combines hearty brown rice with a medley of fresh vegetables like kale, carrots, and zucchini, all sautéed to perfection in golden olive oil. Toasted sunflower seeds add a delightful crunch, while sweet raisins balance the savory notes of tamari, cumin, and turmeric. Finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley, this plant-powered meal is as delicious as it is nourishing. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian entrée or a delightful side dish, Rice a La Hippie is an easy-to-make recipe that’s ideal for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water has absorbed.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and zucchini. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 6

Add the chopped kale to the skillet, stirring until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Toast the sunflower seeds in a separate dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until aromatic. Set aside.

Step 8

When the rice is done, add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Mix in the tamari or soy sauce, turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the rice and vegetables with the seasonings.

Step 10

Remove from heat and fold in the raisins and toasted sunflower seeds.

Step 11

Finish by stirring in the fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice for brightness.

Step 12

Serve warm as a hearty main dish or a flavorful side. Enjoy your Rice a La Hippie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1346.2 grams (1346.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1033

Total Fat 50.40g	65%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3378mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 131.60g	48%
Dietary Fiber 19.40g	69%
Total Sugars 41.10g
Protein 29.30g	59%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472mg	36%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 2670mg	57%

*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: 41.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 48.0%