Mia's Incredible Brown Rice

Elevate your side dish game with Mia's Incredible Brown Rice—a flavorful, nutrient-packed recipe that transforms humble brown rice into a show-stopping dish. Featuring aromatic sautéed vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery alongside the bold spices of cumin and smoked paprika, this dish is vibrant in both taste and color. Mixed with tender green peas, a hint of fresh parsley, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, it strikes the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal as a wholesome main course or a versatile side to complement any meal. Perfect for meal prep and packed with dietary fiber, it’s a must-try for fans of healthy, satisfying recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 large, diced carrot
• 1 diced celery stalk
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the brown rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 6

Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine, allowing the spices to cook for 1 minute to release their aroma.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked brown rice to the skillet. Mix everything thoroughly to combine.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the peas are warmed through.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley and lemon juice over the rice. Gently toss to distribute evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a nutritious main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1006.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	628.2

Total Fat 31.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2476.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175.6mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 840.0mg	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: 43.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 48.4%