Confetti Brown Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
27%
Confetti Brown Rice
60 min.
6
90kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and nutritious side dish that will elevate your meals? Look no further than our delightful Confetti Brown Rice! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and color, making it a perfect addition to any dinner table.

Imagine a medley of wholesome brown rice, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh green onions, all brought together with a splash of zesty lemon juice. The addition of colorful frozen vegetables like broccoli, corn, and red peppers not only enhances the visual appeal but also boosts the nutritional value of this dish. Each serving is a mere 90 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt!

In just 60 minutes, you can create a dish that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. The combination of earthy flavors from the mushrooms and the bright crunch of the vegetables creates a delightful contrast that will please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some extra veggies into your diet!

Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or as a standalone vegetarian option, Confetti Brown Rice is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to whip up this colorful, healthy side dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup brown rice uncooked
  • ounces mushrooms fresh sliced
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cups broccoli red frozen cooked drained (from 1-pound bag)
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt margarine in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook rice, mushrooms and onions in margarine about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender. Stir in water, salt and pepper.
  2. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
  3. Cover and simmer about 50 minutes or until rice is tender; drain if necessary. Stir in vegetables and lemon juice.
  4. Heat uncovered, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories90kcal
Protein11.48%
Fat24.04%
Carbs64.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.13
Glycemic Load
7.33
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.6673913274122%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
2.33mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:89.62kcal
4.48%
Fat:2.49g
3.83%
Saturated Fat:0.52g
3.25%
Carbohydrates:15.02g
5.01%
Net Carbohydrates:13.45g
4.89%
Sugar:0.98g
1.09%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:229.88mg
9.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.67g
5.35%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.89%
Vitamin C:27.91mg
33.83%
Vitamin K:34.2µg
32.57%
Magnesium:31.76mg
7.94%
Phosphorus:79.02mg
7.9%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.83%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.72%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.06%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
6.95%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.9%
Folate:26.68µg
6.67%
Copper:0.13mg
6.48%
Fiber:1.57g
6.28%
Potassium:205.45mg
5.87%
Vitamin A:286.76IU
5.74%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.69%
Selenium:2.51µg
3.59%
Iron:0.63mg
3.53%
Calcium:23.84mg
2.38%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.12%