Carrot Rice
Carrot Rice is a simple yet flavorful dish combining the wholesome goodness of cooked rice with the natural sweetness of shredded carrots. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this recipe brings extra nutrition and vibrant color to your plate with minimal ingredients. You’ll love how easy it is to prepare and how versatile it can be with your favorite seasonings!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 147kcal
Equipment
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked rice brown or white
- 1 cup Shredded carrots store-bought or freshly shredded
- 1 tbsp olive oil any cooking oil
- 1/8 tsp Salt to taste
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick pan over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and let it warm up.
- Once the oil is heated, add the shredded carrots to the pan.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high and sauté the carrots, stirring every minute, until they are tender and slightly browned (about 7 minutes).
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix well to combine with the carrots.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Optionally, drizzle a little more olive oil for added flavor.
- Continue stirring until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Turn off the heat and transfer the Carrot Rice to a serving dish.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite spices or herbs.
- You can use any type of rice, such as jasmine or basmati, depending on your preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5346IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.3mg