Pink Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and nutritious Pink Rice recipe, a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Made with fluffy basmati rice and naturally dyed with freshly grated beetroot, this recipe offers a captivating pop of color to your table. Aromatic sautéed garlic, onions, and a hint of ground cumin add layers of warmth and depth, while fresh cilantro or parsley provides a refreshing garnish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, Pink Rice is perfect as a standalone dish or a vibrant side for your favorite proteins. Packed with earthy flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your healthy meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice (or any long-grain rice)
- 1 medium Beetroot
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Peel the beetroot and finely grate it using a box grater. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, then sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
Stir in the grated beetroot and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the vibrant color to develop.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir gently to coat it with the beetroot mixture.
Pour in 2 cups of water, then add the ground cumin and salt. Stir briefly to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to steam.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2477 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 663 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.
