Bright Warm Rice Dish (Printable)
Colorful rice with fresh herbs and citrus for a warm, delightful meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Rice Base
01 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
07 - 1/2 cup frozen peas
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Flavorings & Finish
10 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
11 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
12 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
02 - In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes or until tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
03 - While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and carrot, sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Add the peas, green onions, and garlic; cook for 2 minutes more.
04 - Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through for 2 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, cilantro, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
06 - Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of lemon and fresh herbs makes plain rice taste restaurant special
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but looks like you put way more effort into it
02 -
- Do not skip the step where you let the rice rest covered after cooking, this is what makes each grain separate properly
- Add the fresh herbs and lemon at the very end, right before serving, to keep them vibrant and aromatic
03 -
- Grate the lemon zest before juicing, it is much easier to handle the fruit that way
- If the rice feels too sticky, spread it on a baking sheet to cool slightly before combining with vegetables