Sugar-Free Flavorful Vegetable Rice
Elevate your meal with this vibrant and wholesome Sugar-Free Flavorful Vegetable Rice, a perfect dish for health-conscious food lovers. This gluten-free and vegan-friendly recipe combines aromatic basmati rice with colorful vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and green peas, infused with the earthy essence of cumin seeds and turmeric. Each spoonful is bursting with flavor without a hint of added sugar, while fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice deliver a refreshing finish. Ready in under 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with your favorite protein or a crisp green salad. Discover a guilt-free way to enjoy comforting and nutrient-packed vegetable rice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup Green peas
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and sauté for about 30 seconds until they begin to crackle.
Add a finely chopped medium onion and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add 1 medium carrot, diced, and 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped. Sauté the vegetables for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.
Mix in 0.5 cups of green peas, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Add the rinsed basmati rice and stir gently to coat the rice with the spices and vegetables.
Pour in 2 cups of water, stir well, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming. Fluff the rice with a fork.
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro leaves and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2447 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1189 mg | 25% | |
*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.
