Inspired Rice
Elevate your mealtime with "Inspired Rice," a vibrant and aromatic one-pan dish that brings bold flavors and wholesome ingredients to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy basmati rice infused with the earthy warmth of cumin, turmeric, and coriander, perfectly complemented by sautéed onions, garlic, and colorful vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and peas. A touch of lemon zest and fresh cilantro adds a bright, zesty finish that ties it all together. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Simple, healthy, and bursting with flavor, "Inspired Rice" will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cups frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, bring 3.5 cups of water to a boil.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced carrot and red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 more minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the ground cumin, turmeric, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the rinsed rice to the skillet, stirring to coat each grain with the aromatic spice mixture.
Pour the boiling water into the skillet with the rice and vegetables. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the frozen peas (they will thaw from the residual heat), lemon zest, and fresh chopped cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve warm as a side dish or a main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.2 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3672 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1386 mg | 29% | |
*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.
