Vegetable Rice
With the right spice, some tasty veggies and some lemon zest, you can turn boring brown rice into something deliciously special and healthy.
30 min
About 30 minutes to prep and cook
160 cal
160 calories per serving
Serves 4
Serves about 4 people
Overview
With the right spice, some tasty veggies and some lemon zest, you can turn boring brown rice into something deliciously special and healthy.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
½ cup sweet onion, diced small
1 Tbsp. fresh garlic, finely chopped
1 cup crimini mushrooms*, sliced
½ cup red pepper, diced small
½ cup zucchini, diced small
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. black pepper, ground
⅛ tsp. smoked paprika
½ cup frozen green peas
½ cup green beans, cut small and blanched
1 cup brown rice, cooked according to its directions
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1 cup arugula, chopped
*Any mushroom can be substituted for criminis. Mushrooms provide moisture without added fat.
Calories: (160); Fat: (1g); Carbohydrates: (20g); Sodium: (270mg); Sugar: (4g); Fiber: (3g); Cholesterol: (0mg); Protein: (4g)
Directions
Step One
In a 12-inch or larger sauté pan, heat oil, then sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and sauté until aromatic, about one to two minutes.
Step Two
Add the mushrooms, red peppers and zucchini. Season with salt, pepper and smoked paprika. Sauté until just tender.
Step Three
Add peas, beans, brown rice, and lemon zest and toss until mixed.
Step Four
Add arugula. Cook until thoroughly heated.
Chef's Notes:
*Disclaimer: All nutritional information provided is approximate and based on USDA measurements. Actual amounts may vary based on exact ingredients used, how they are prepared and serving size.
- This recipe can be made without oil by slowly cooking onions and garlic in a covered pot until the onions are translucent.
*Disclaimer: All nutritional information provided is approximate and based on USDA measurements. Actual amounts may vary based on exact ingredients used, how they are prepared and serving size.
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