Savory Rice with Vegetables (Print Version)

Aromatic rice with sautéed vegetables and herbs for a comforting, versatile side or light main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup long-grain white rice (basmati or jasmine)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 medium carrot, diced
04 - 1 celery stalk, diced
05 - 1 bell pepper, diced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

07 - 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

→ Herbs & Spices

08 - 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
09 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste

→ Fats

11 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Optional Additions

12 - 1/2 cup frozen peas
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How-To Steps:

01 - Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain thoroughly.
02 - Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and bell pepper; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add rinsed rice to the pan, stirring to coat the grains evenly with oil and vegetables.
05 - Pour in vegetable broth, then add thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
06 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
07 - After 10 minutes of simmering, stir in frozen peas if using.
08 - Turn off heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to absorb remaining moisture.
09 - Fluff rice gently with a fork and stir in fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This dish somehow tastes like it took hours to make, but you’ll have it ready in under 40 minutes—perfect for those busy nights.
  • The combination of fresh herbs and vegetables makes it versatile, so it never gets boring no matter how often you make it.
02 -
  • Rinsing the rice is key to avoiding sticky or clumpy results—it’s a small extra step that transforms the whole dish.
  • Adding peas toward the end keeps them bright and fresh, helping the final plate look as good as it tastes.
03 -
  • Use a wooden spoon to stir during sautéing to avoid crushing the vegetables, helping them stay distinct and textured.
  • Letting the rice rest covered off heat deepens the flavor and improves the texture—don’t skip this final step.

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