Description
Riz complet aux légumes is a vibrant and wholesome dish that combines earthy brown rice with a medley of colorful vegetables, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Each bite reveals the sweetness of roasted carrots, crisp bell peppers, and tender zucchini, making it a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain brown rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or basil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse brown rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 40 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini; sauté until tender-crisp (5-7 minutes).
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork before adding it to the skillet mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs if desired. Mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg