Savory Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful and colorful Savory Rice recipe, a perfect balance of aromatic spices, vibrant veggies, and tender long-grain white rice simmered to perfection in rich chicken broth. Infused with the earthy warmth of cumin, the subtle kick of paprika, and the freshness of cilantro, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. With sautéed onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots adding depth, and sweet peas providing a pop of color, Savory Rice pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or stands alone as a hearty, vegetarian-friendly option. Whether you're hosting or cooking for your family, this one-pot rice recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 medium, chopped bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup peas
- 2 tablespoons, chopped cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the drained rice, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika, and cook for 2 more minutes to toast the rice slightly.
Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the peas, stir gently, and cover again. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in the chopped cilantro, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 918 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% | |
*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.
