Elena's Yellow Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Elena's Yellow Rice
30 min.
4
224kcal

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Craving a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's a breeze to make? Look no further than Elena's Yellow Rice! This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, bringing a touch of sunshine to any meal. It's naturally vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it perfect for a variety of dietary needs and preferences.

Imagine fluffy long-grain rice infused with the earthy aroma of turmeric, balanced with a hint of apple cider vinegar and savory garlic. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a delicious side dish that's bursting with flavor and visual appeal, thanks to the vibrant pop of peas and carrots.

Elena's Yellow Rice isn't just about taste; it's also incredibly simple to prepare. This recipe is a fantastic way to add a nutritious and satisfying component to your weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a handful of common ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll be enjoying a delightful bowl of yellow rice in no time. Get ready to brighten up your plate!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • teaspoons ground turmeric 
  • cup peas-carrots mix shopping list frozen thawed
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • cups water 
  • cup rice long grain white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Stir water, vegetable oil, garlic, vinegar, turmeric, and salt together in a 2-quart saucepan.
  2. Place a cover on the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Slowly stir rice into the boiling mixture. Replace cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer rice mixture until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer rice to a large bowl. Gently fold peas and carrots into rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories224kcal
Protein8.4%
Fat16.03%
Carbs75.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.05
Glycemic Load
22.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.1565219319385%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:224.46kcal
11.22%
Fat:3.98g
6.12%
Saturated Fat:0.66g
4.15%
Carbohydrates:42.21g
14.07%
Net Carbohydrates:40.17g
14.61%
Sugar:0.12g
0.13%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:618.09mg
26.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.69g
9.39%
Vitamin A:3324.13IU
66.48%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.25%
Selenium:7.74µg
11.05%
Copper:0.16mg
8.22%
Fiber:2.04g
8.18%
Phosphorus:80.13mg
8.01%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.7%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.96%
Iron:1.21mg
6.72%
Vitamin B3:1.3mg
6.5%
Vitamin K:6.47µg
6.16%
Vitamin C:4.8mg
5.82%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.51%
Magnesium:21.62mg
5.4%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.11%
Potassium:156.3mg
4.47%
Folate:16.75µg
4.19%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.27%
Calcium:31.93mg
3.19%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.41%
Source:Allrecipes