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Greek Brown Rice recipe

Greek Brown Rice

Discover the delightful blend of flavors in our Greek Brown Rice. Perfectly cooked brown rice mixed with vibrant vegetables, it's a healthy companion to any meal. Enjoy the harmony of taste and nutrition in every bite!

Ratings 4.5 from 4 votes
Cooking Method ,
Cuisine ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Rest Time: 5 mins Total Time: 40 mins
Servings 4
Estimated Cost $  5
Calories 210
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary Gluten-Free
Description

Discover the delightful blend of flavors in our Greek Brown Rice. Perfectly cooked brown rice mixed with vibrant vegetables, it's a healthy companion to any meal. Enjoy the harmony of taste and nutrition in every bite!

Ingredients for Greek Brown Rice
    Main ingredients
  • 1 small carrot (diced or grated)
  • ½ small red onion (finely chopped)
  • 50 g green beans or peas (fresh, chopped)
  • ½ small red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • ¼ cup brown rice (rinsed)
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • to taste salt
  • to taste garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp green olives (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp raisins
Instructions
    Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the brown rice thoroughly and let it drain. Dice the carrot, red onion, and bell pepper. Chop the green beans.

  2. Sauté the Vegetables

    Sauté the chopped red onion in a pan until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

  3. Combine and Cook

    Add the diced vegetables and sauté on high heat for 2 minutes. Then stir in the brown rice and mix well. Pour in the boiling water and add the bay leaf.

  4. Simmer the Rice

    Mix the ingredients, cover the pan, reduce the heat, and let it simmer until the water is absorbed. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.

  5. Serve

    Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm. You can mix in olives and raisins for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 321kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.1g5%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Sodium 184.4mg8%
Potassium 724.4mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 67.0g23%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g38%
Sugars 15.8g
Protein 9.0g18%
Vitamin A 515.44 IU
Vitamin C 79.49 mg
Calcium 104.16 mg
Iron 2.99 mg
Vitamin D 0.00 IU
Vitamin E 1.49 IU
Vitamin K 42.88 mcg
Thiamin 0.46 mg
Riboflavin 0.22 mg
Niacin 4.56 mg
Vitamin B6 0.66 mg
Folate 93.93 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.00 mcg
Phosphorus 252.13 mg
Magnesium 124.25 mg
Zinc 2.13 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This rice can also be prepared by mixing sautéed vegetables into pre-cooked rice for a quicker option.

Keywords: brown rice, Greek, vegetarian, healthy, side dish
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