Savory Rice

Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Savory Rice recipe, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and hearty vegetables. Featuring tender long-grain white rice simmered to perfection in savory chicken broth, this dish is brought to life with sautéed onions, garlic, bell peppers, and carrots for a burst of color and flavor. A pinch of cumin and paprika adds an irresistible smoky warmth, while sweet peas and fresh cilantro provide a refreshing finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or can even be enjoyed on its own. With its simple ingredients and bold taste, Savory Rice is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for meal prep, dinner parties, or a comforting weeknight indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, chopped bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced carrot
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 cup peas
• 2 tablespoons, chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the drained rice, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika, and cook for 2 more minutes to toast the rice slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Add the peas, stir gently, and cover again. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in the chopped cilantro, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1479.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	897.0

Total Fat 30.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4084.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 27.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221.6mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1692.2mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 57.5%