Low Fat Flavorful Vegetable Rice

Transform your mealtime with this Low Fat Flavorful Vegetable Rice, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Made with hearty brown rice, a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, and seasoned with aromatic spices including cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this recipe delivers bold flavors without excess fat. A touch of fresh ginger and garlic elevates the taste, while a dash of lemon juice and cilantro adds a zesty, herbaceous finish. Perfect as a light main course or a healthy side, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under 45 minutes and is both gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving guests, this versatile dish will leave everyone asking for seconds!

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
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 1 medium, diced carrot
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water and drain well.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the brown rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and sauté for an additional 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 7

Mix in the cooked brown rice and frozen peas, stirring until everything is well combined and the peas are heated through.

Step 8

Season the rice with salt and black pepper, then remove from heat.

Step 9

Garnish the vegetable rice with chopped fresh cilantro and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1320.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	634.8

Total Fat 18.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4306.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1489.1mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 64.6%