Vegetable Brown Rice

Transform your weeknight meals with this wholesome and flavorful Vegetable Brown Rice recipe, a perfect balance of hearty grains and vibrant, nutrient-packed veggies! Featuring tender brown rice tossed with sautéed yellow onion, garlic, carrots, bell peppers, and peas, this dish is seasoned to perfection with soy sauce, ground cumin, and a touch of black pepper. Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy, one-pan recipe ideal for busy days. Whether enjoyed as a satisfying vegetarian main or as a versatile side dish, its nutty texture and fresh garnish of parsley or cilantro add a burst of freshness that will brighten your table. Packed with healthy ingredients and irresistible flavors, this comforting yet earthy dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 0.5 cup peas, frozen or fresh
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed brown rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, peel and dice the carrot, and dice the bell pepper.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the diced carrot and bell pepper, cooking for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 8

Add the peas to the skillet and cook for 2-3 more minutes, until heated through.

Step 9

Season the vegetables with soy sauce, black pepper, ground cumin, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 10

Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet and gently toss with the vegetables until evenly mixed and heated through.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Step 12

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.

Step 13

Serve warm as a main dish or a side and enjoy your Vegetable Brown Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1143.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	676.6

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2406.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156.1mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1016.7mg	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: 40.2%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 50.0%