Dairy-Free Savory Rice

Discover the vibrant flavors of Dairy-Free Savory Rice, a wholesome, one-pot dish bursting with colorful vegetables and warm spices. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or a satisfying meal-prep option, this recipe features fragrant long-grain rice simmered in vegetable broth and seasoned with cumin, paprika, and turmeric for a rich depth of flavor. A medley of diced carrots, celery, red bell peppers, and peas adds both texture and nutrition, while a garnish of fresh parsley gives a bright, herby finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this customizable, dairy-free dish is ideal as a standalone meal or flavorful side. Whether you're vegan, dairy-intolerant, or simply craving something hearty and aromatic, this savory rice recipe is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan; sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the rice, ensuring it gets well coated with the oil and onions, cooking for about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vegetable broth to the pan, and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Stir in the diced carrot, sliced celery, chopped red bell pepper, and frozen peas.

Step 6

Add the cumin powder, paprika, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Allow the rice to cook and absorb the broth for 15-18 minutes.

Step 8

Once all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, remove the pan from the heat.

Step 9

Let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1208.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	916.9

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3619.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 23.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 253.2mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2187.1mg	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: 33.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 56.3%