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Easy Herbed Vegetable Rice

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A colorful and fragrant rice dish with vibrant veggies and fresh herbs, perfect as a side or a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Carrots (finely diced)
  • 1 cup Bell peppers (red or yellow, diced)
  • 1 cup Peas (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 medium Onion (diced white or yellow)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped finely)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme or basil (pick one)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
  • To taste Black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1/4 cup Toasted nuts or seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent, then stir in garlic.
  3. Add the diced carrots and bell peppers, cooking until they soften.
  4. Cook the rice by stirring it into the vegetable mixture and toasting for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat.
  6. Add the peas and herbs after cooking; fluff with a fork.
  7. Finish with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

For added crunch, top with toasted nuts or seeds. This dish can be customized with your favorite veggies!

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Keywords: vegetable rice, herbed rice, easy recipe, side dish, vegan meal

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