Classic Rice Bowl with Vegetables Recipe
Tired of boring meals pretending to be healthy? This Classic Rice Bowl with Vegetables packs color, flavor, and vegan goodness effortlessly.
Steaming rice serves as the cozy base while crisp, sautéed vegetables bring crunch, sweetness, and just the right earthy notes.
Every spoonful balances tender grains, vibrant vegetables, and a dash of umami seasoning that keeps your taste buds entertained.
Quick, satisfying, and playful, this vegan rice bowl works perfectly for lunch, dinner, or pretending you’re a culinary genius in under 30 minutes.
Finally, a plant-based rice bowl that’s colorful, comforting, and easy enough to make without questioning your life choices.
Classic Rice Bowl with Vegetables Recipe
A vibrant, healthy, and vegan rice bowl with perfectly cooked vegetables and flavorful seasoning, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 2 tsp soy sauce or tamari
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rice in water or vegetable broth according to package instructions.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas until tender-crisp, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add soy sauce, season with salt and pepper, and toss vegetables well.
- Divide cooked rice into bowls, top with sautéed vegetables, and garnish with sesame seeds or green onions.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving, approx.)
- Vitamin A: 60%
- Vitamin C: 50%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin K: 35%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Drizzle with a teaspoon of toasted sesame oil before serving.
- Add a splash of rice vinegar for tanginess.
- Include roasted tofu for extra protein.
- Mix in edamame for texture and nutrition.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for color and aroma.
