Here is a recipe for Hot Cooked Rice with Vegetables:
Summary
This recipe is a quick and easy one-pot meal that is packed with vegetables and full of flavor. It makes for a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
– 1 cup (200g) raw rice
– 2 cups (500ml) vegetable or chicken broth
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 zucchini, chopped
– 1 cup (150g) frozen peas
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and set it aside.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the bell pepper and zucchini and continue sautéing for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the rice to the pot and stir until it is coated in the oil and vegetables.
5. Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they are heated through.
8. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.
Estimated Servings
This recipe makes about 4 servings.
Estimated Prep Time
The estimated prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.
Estimated cooking time
The estimated cooking time for this recipe is about 30 minutes.
Estimated calories per serving
This recipe has approximately 200 calories per serving.
Health Rating
I would rate this dish as 4 out of 5 stars for healthiness, as it is packed with vegetables and uses broth instead of heavy cream or butter.