Vegetarian Savoury Rice with Ground Meat
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and hearty Vegetarian Savoury Rice with Ground Meat! This one-pan wonder combines perfectly cooked long-grain white rice simmered in flavorful vegetable broth, a medley of colorful veggies like red bell pepper, carrots, and peas, and a satisfying plant-based ground meat substitute seasoned with soy sauce, cumin, and a hint of cayenne for a kick. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients, bursting with savory flavors, and entirely meat-free, making it ideal for vegetarians and flexitarians alike. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of freshness and serve warm as a standalone meal or a hearty side dish. Perfect for feeding four or storing as leftovers, this dish is a must-try for anyone seeking comfort food that’s both healthy and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 package (approx. 12 oz) plant-based ground meat substitute
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent clumping.
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the diced red bell pepper, minced garlic, and diced carrot to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2 more minutes.
Add the plant-based ground meat to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until it's heated through and slightly browned, about 4-5 minutes.
Season the mixture with soy sauce, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure everything is well combined.
Once the rice is cooked, add it to the skillet with the vegetable and meat mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Vegetarian Savoury Rice with Ground Meat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1122 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 813 mg | 17% | |
*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.
