Best 4 Veggie Essentials Rice With Peas And Carrots Recipes

**Rice with Peas and Carrots: A Simple Yet Flavorful Side Dish**

Rice with peas and carrots is a classic side dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The combination of the fluffy rice, sweet peas, and crunchy carrots is a delicious and satisfying side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. This article provides two recipes for rice with peas and carrots. The first recipe is a basic recipe that uses simple ingredients and is easy to follow. The second recipe is a more flavorful recipe that uses a variety of spices and herbs to create a more complex flavor profile. Both recipes are delicious and sure to please everyone at the table.

**Recipes:**

* **Basic Rice with Peas and Carrots:** This recipe is a great starting point for those who are new to cooking rice with peas and carrots. It uses simple ingredients and is easy to follow. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth made with chicken broth, butter, and onion. The peas and carrots are added to the rice during the last few minutes of cooking.
* **Flavorful Rice with Peas and Carrots:** This recipe takes the basic recipe to the next level by adding a variety of spices and herbs. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth made with chicken broth, butter, onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, and turmeric. The peas and carrots are added to the rice during the last few minutes of cooking.

Both of these recipes are delicious and sure to please everyone at the table. Rice with peas and carrots is a versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is also a great dish to make ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.

Let's cook with our recipes!

RICE PILAF WITH CARROT AND GREEN PEAS

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This is a quick and healthy rice recipe. I generally like to prepare this sometimes for dinner to things simple. Any chicken curry or other dishes like chilli chicken (I will post this recipe sometimes later when I prepare it), some lentils (I will post lentil recipes later too) will go with this.

Provided by Ruma Chak

Categories Other Main Dishes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 c aromatic rice
1/2 c diced carrot
1/2 c green peas
1 tsp ginger powder/paste/grated
1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
1 bay leaf
2 Tbsp butter
salt to taste
sufficient water to cook rice

Steps:

1. Wash and soak rice for 15 minutes and then drain water.
2. combine all ingredients in a rice cooker (or in microwave proof bowl) and cook the pilaf as you would cook rice. Its extremely simple, delicious and healthy.
3. Make sure to add just sufficient water (not more not less) so that the pilaf is dry and tender. I would add around 1 & 1/2 cups of water with 1 cup rice. However, you might go with the rice cooking instructions as this might vary.

EASY RICE PILAF WITH PEAS AND CARROTS

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Rice pilaf with fluffy basmati rice, warming spices, and aromatics is a delicious way to take plain ol' rice to the next level! Perfect for busy weeknights as it comes together in just 30 minutes!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice
Extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, (finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 cup frozen peas
2 to 3 carrots, (peeled and chopped)
Kosher salt
½ teaspoon coriander
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ cup walnut halves, (toasted)
¼ cup pine nuts, (toasted)
¼ cup sliced almonds, (toasted)
¼ cup dried fruit, (such as raisins or chopped dried apricots)

Steps:

Wash the rice very well a few times until the water is clear. You can let it soak in water for about 10 minutes or so while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
In a large heavy pan with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, tossing regularly until softened. Add the peas and carrots. Season with a good pinch of kosher salt. Add the spices and mix to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, tossing regularly until the carrots have softened.
Drain the rice well and add it to the pan. Toss around to make sure the rice is well-coated with the spices. Pour in 2 ¼ cup of water. And season well with a big dash of kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is cooked through and has absorbed all the liquid.
Allow the rice about 5 to 10 minutes to rest before serving.
Serve with the nuts and raisins on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 18.1 mg, Fiber 3.4 g, Sugar 2.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TURMERIC RICE WITH PEAS AND CARROTS

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A great supporting dish to chicken! I served the rice with chicken tikka, but it goes well with many chicken dishes, or whatever meat you find fit.

Provided by Nevine A. Abaza

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup water
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 cube chicken bouillon
¾ cup frozen mixed peas and carrots
1 cup white rice, rinsed

Steps:

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Add water, turmeric, and bouillon cube; stir well to combine. Add peas and carrots. Bring to a boil; stir in rice. Reduce heat and cook, covered, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 222.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

EASY RICE AND PEAS

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Even folks who aren't fond of vegetables will gobble up this simple-to-prepare side dish. For even more color, toss in some chopped frozen carrots.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

Bring water, butter and salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Add rice and peas. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5-7 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

Choose the right type of rice: For this recipe, long-grain rice such as basmati or jasmine rice is recommended. These types of rice have a light and fluffy texture that pairs well with the vegetables.
Soak the rice before cooking: Soaking the rice for 30 minutes before cooking helps to reduce the cooking time and results in more evenly cooked rice.
Use a tight-fitting lid: When cooking the rice, use a tight-fitting lid to trap the steam and prevent the rice from drying out.
Add the vegetables at the right time: The vegetables should be added to the rice towards the end of the cooking time, so that they retain their鮮豔色彩 and texture.
Season the rice: Don't forget to season the rice with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish the rice with fresh herbs such as cilantro, parsley, or mint to add a pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This veggie-packed rice dish is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables or seasonings. Whether you are a vegetarian or just looking for a healthier way to enjoy rice, this recipe is sure to please. Give it a try tonight and let us know what you think!