Easy Christmas Rice: A Festive Comfort Food Delight

This Christmas Rice is a delightful blend of fluffy rice, vibrant peas, and tender carrots, perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Long-grain rice or substitute with brown rice
1 medium Onion can substitute with shallots

For the Vegetables

2 medium Carrots diced; bell peppers can be substituted
1 cup Peas fresh or frozen; omit for allergy concerns

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive oil or substitute with coconut oil
2 cups Vegetable broth or chicken broth
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Large Pot

Method

Cooking Instructions

Gather all your ingredients: dice one onion, chop two carrots, measure one cup of rice, and have one cup of peas ready.
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced carrots and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until slightly tender.
Add measured rice to the pot, stirring gently for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast it with the vegetables.
Pour in vegetable broth, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
Five minutes before cooking is done, stir in peas to ensure even distribution.
Once cooking is complete, season with salt and pepper, and fluff the rice gently with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping ingredients to make the cooking process seamless. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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