Vegetable Confetti Rice

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Vegetable Confetti Rice, a colorful medley of sautéed bell peppers, crisp carrots, sweet peas, and fluffy long-grain white rice. Perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of black pepper, this easy-to-make dish is a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 35 minutes and brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for a healthy side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Garnished with fragrant parsley, this recipe not only looks like a festive celebration on your plate but also offers a nutritious way to liven up your mealtime routine. Perfect for families, meal prep, and anyone who loves a quick, nutritious meal bursting with color and flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, stir, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 5

Stir in the green peas and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and gently toss with the vegetables until well combined.

Step 7

Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice and vegetables, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Stir to distribute the seasoning evenly.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1255.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	791.0

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 480.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 20.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.8mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 1378.0mg	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: 34.2%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 55.3%