Ballet Party Rice
Elevate your next gathering with Ballet Party Rice, a vibrant and colorful dish that’s as graceful as its name suggests. This one-pan recipe combines fluffy jasmine rice with a medley of sautéed vegetables, including sweet red and yellow bell peppers, grated carrot, and tender green peas, all seasoned with zesty lemon zest and fragrant dried parsley. A subtle blend of butter and olive oil gives it a rich, comforting base, while an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a decadent touch. Perfect for serving a crowd, this easy, 40-minute recipe is both visually stunning and packed with flavor, making it an ideal side dish or centerpiece for dinner parties, potlucks, or everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed. Set aside and fluff with a fork.
In a large skillet or wok, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the grated carrot and green peas. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the vegetables are tender and vibrant.
Gently fold the cooked rice into the vegetable mixture in the skillet. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to combine without breaking the rice grains.
Season the rice with salt, pepper, dried parsley, and lemon zest. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and stir until melted for a creamy texture.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the rice rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Transfer the Ballet Party Rice to a serving platter and garnish with additional parsley or a touch of Parmesan if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 87.1 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 4435 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 70.1 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1552 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1597 mg | 34% | |
*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.
