Vegetable Rice Skillet

Elevate your weeknight dinner lineup with this quick and flavorful Vegetable Rice Skillet, a one-pan wonder that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Packed with vibrant veggies like zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrots, this dish combines wholesome cooked rice with a savory vegetable broth seasoned with soy sauce, cumin, and paprika for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly balanced for a hearty yet healthy meal, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Topped with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish, it's a crowd-pleaser that’s naturally vegetarian, easily customizable, and sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 3 cups white or brown rice, cooked
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon wedge (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 5

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the soy sauce, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the broth is absorbed and the flavors combine.

Step 9

Remove from heat and sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1548.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1432.5

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2972.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 38.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289.4mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2422.0mg	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: 21.7%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 67.5%