Rice with Carrots and Peas
Brighten your table with the wholesome flavors of this Rice with Carrots and Peas recipe, a vibrant and versatile dish perfect as a side or a light main course. Made with fragrant basmati rice, tender carrots, sweet frozen peas, and a savory broth base, this one-pot recipe is infused with the aromatic goodness of garlic and onion, all brought together with a touch of olive oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and nutritious meal option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad. Whether you're looking for a kid-friendly dinner idea or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this colorful rice dish is sure to impress. Keywords: rice with carrots and peas, vegetable rice recipe, easy one-pot rice, basmati rice with peas, quick side dish.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cube chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove any excess starch.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Peel and dice the carrots into small cubes.
In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the diced carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
Add the rinsed rice to the pot, stirring well to coat the grains with the oil and veggies, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Dissolve the chicken or vegetable broth cube in 2 cups of hot water and add to the pot with the rice.
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for 15 minutes, then quickly toss in the frozen peas, recover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Once the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve warm as a side or light main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
753 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3341 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1144 mg | 24% | |
*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.
