Vegetarian Savory Rice with Vegetables and Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Vegetarian Savory Rice with Vegetables, a dish bursting with wholesome ingredients and aromatic spices. Made with fluffy basmati rice, a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, and seasoned to perfection with soy sauce, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this recipe is a flavorful twist on a classic rice dish. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of cilantro add a zesty, herbaceous finish, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Perfect as a hearty vegetarian main or a versatile side dish, this easy, one-pan meal comes together in just 45 minutes and is sure to delight your taste buds while keeping meal prep stress-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the rinsed rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the onion, mince the garlic, slice the carrot into thin rounds, and dice the red bell pepper and zucchini.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 7

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and mix them with the other vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the vegetables in the skillet, stirring well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables, gently stirring to combine all the ingredients well.

Step 10

Squeeze the lemon juice over the rice and mix well. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your vegetarian savory rice with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1493.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	889.1

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5463.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 26.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256.4mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1925.8mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 56.6%