Low Sodium Rice with Carrots and Peas
Discover the perfect balance of flavor and health with this Low Sodium Rice with Carrots and Peas recipe. This wholesome dish combines fragrant basmati rice, vibrant diced carrots, and tender steamed peas, all cooked to perfection with savory aromatics like onion, garlic, and a hint of black pepper. Enhanced with fresh parsley and bright lemon zest, it’s a light yet satisfying option for any meal. Ideal for those seeking a low sodium side dish or a vegetarian-friendly main course, this recipe comes together quickly with minimal prep and utilizes simple, everyday ingredients. Serve it warm as a standalone dish or pair with your favorite protein for a nutritionally balanced meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 large carrot
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Peel and dice the carrot into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic to the saucepan, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the carrot cubes, and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the rinsed basmati rice to the saucepan, stirring well to coat the rice with the onion mixture.
Pour in the water, and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender, and the water is absorbed.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking the rice, add the frozen peas on top of the rice, and cover. This will allow the peas to steam and cook through.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from heat, and let it stand covered for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in the black pepper, chopped parsley, and lemon zest.
Serve warm and enjoy your low sodium rice with carrots and peas.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 70 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*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.
