Dairy-Free Curried Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Dairy-Free Curried Rice, loaded with aromatic spices and wholesome veggies. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy basmati rice with the bold flavors of curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, all brought together in a creamy coconut oil base. Packed with tender carrots, sweet peas, and a zesty finish of fresh cilantro and lemon juice, it's a satisfying and nourishing dish that's naturally vegan and gluten-free. Perfect as a standalone main course or a side dish to complement your favorite plant-based or protein-rich meals, this one-pot wonder is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an effortless option for busy days. Healthy, colorful, and bursting with flavor, Dairy-Free Curried Rice is a must-try addition to your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon, grated Fresh ginger
• 1 medium, diced Carrot
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons Curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.

Step 2

In a medium pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrot and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Mix in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.

Step 7

Add the rinsed rice to the pot, stirring to coat with the oil and spices for about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 9

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes.

Step 10

Add the frozen peas to the pot without stirring, and cover again, cooking for another 5 minutes until the rice is tender and the broth is fully absorbed.

Step 11

Remove the pot from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Fluff the rice with a fork and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 13

Gently mix in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1120.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	928.7

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4899.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 28.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.9mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1917.0mg	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: 32.9%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 55.2%