Brown Rice with Fruits and Vegetables

Enjoy a harmonious blend of wholesome and vibrant flavors with this Brown Rice with Fruits and Vegetables recipe, perfect as a nutrient-packed main dish or a colorful side. Featuring tender brown rice, sautéed zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrots, this dish is elevated by the natural sweetness of diced apples and dried cranberries, while toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch. A simple soy sauce dressing ties the ingredients together, and baby spinach adds a touch of leafy freshness. Ready in under an hour, this recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet, making it an ideal choice for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Keywords: brown rice recipe, vegetables, fruits, healthy dinner ideas, easy side dish, plant-based.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 medium, diced carrot
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 medium, diced apple
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup, sliced toasted almonds
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 3

While the rice cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes or until they start to soften.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the baby spinach. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Once the rice is done cooking, fluff it with a fork then add it to the skillet with the cooked vegetables. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the rice and stir to combine.

Step 8

Gently fold in the diced apple, dried cranberries, and toasted almonds.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish or a flavorful side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1422.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1022.8

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4318.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 67.5g
Protein 19.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259.0mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1433.0mg	0%

*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: 39.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 53.0%