Vegan Savory Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Vegan Savory Rice recipe—a perfect marriage of flavor and simplicity. Featuring fluffy basmati rice simmered in aromatic vegetable broth, this dish bursts with the goodness of fresh veggies like carrots, red bell peppers, and peas, enhanced by warm, earthy spices like cumin and turmeric. A splash of soy sauce adds a savory umami twist, while freshly chopped parsley provides a refreshing finish. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this wholesome, one-skillet wonder is ideal for meal prepping or a nourishing family dinner. Gluten-free and packed with plant-based protein, it pairs wonderfully with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Keywords: vegan rice recipe, savory rice, healthy dinner ideas, plant-based meals, easy rice skillet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Carrot, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the broth is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender.
Stir in the frozen peas, soy sauce, ground cumin, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the peas to thaw.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add it to the vegetable mixture in the skillet. Gently stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to heat through, adjusting seasoning to taste if necessary.
Serve the vegan savory rice garnished with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3515 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2156 mg | 46% | |
*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.
