Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Rice

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
52%
Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Rice
45 min.
4
314kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's both easy to make and packed with Mediterranean flair? This Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Rice is your answer! Imagine fluffy rice infused with the sweet, smoky notes of roasted red peppers, punctuated by the salty tang of feta cheese, and subtly aromatic with garlic and oregano. It's a symphony of flavors that elevates simple rice to something truly special.

This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or as a delicious addition to any gathering. It comes together in under an hour, making it a convenient choice when you're short on time but crave something satisfying. Plus, it's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a crowd-pleaser for diverse dietary needs. Feel free to use brown rice as a healthier option.

The best part? It's incredibly versatile. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables for a complete and balanced meal. Or, enjoy it on its own as a light and flavorful lunch. Get ready to impress your taste buds (and your guests!) with this delightful dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
  • 0.3 cup feta crumbled ()
  • cloves garlic chopped ()
  • cup long grained rice (I used brown rice)
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • small onion chopped ()
  • teaspoon oregano dry chopped ( or)
  •  roasted peppers red sliced ()
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan.
  2. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  4. Add the roasted red pepper and oregano and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add the rice and broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes (40 minutes for brown rice).
  7. Remove from the heat and mix in the feta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories314kcal
Protein11.3%
Fat20.77%
Carbs67.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.19
Glycemic Load
25.75
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.088260775027%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
3.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:314.42kcal
15.72%
Fat:7.48g
11.51%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.25%
Carbohydrates:55.05g
18.35%
Net Carbohydrates:48.12g
17.5%
Sugar:0.78g
0.86%
Cholesterol:8.34mg
2.78%
Sodium:610.44mg
26.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.16g
18.33%
Vitamin A:5920.98IU
118.42%
Manganese:2.16mg
108.04%
Fiber:6.93g
27.71%
Vitamin C:22.21mg
26.92%
Magnesium:102.52mg
25.63%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.4%
Phosphorus:235.92mg
23.59%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.42%
Vitamin B3:3.72mg
18.6%
Copper:0.28mg
13.95%
Iron:2.41mg
13.4%
Folate:53µg
13.25%
Potassium:439.21mg
12.55%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.4%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.24%
Calcium:112.8mg
11.28%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.27%
Vitamin K:5.48µg
5.22%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.11%
Selenium:2.24µg
3.2%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.64%