Festive Rice Medley

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

5 servings

Updated: Sep. 25, 2022
Vicki Zobal of Georgetown, Texas punches up the flavor and nutrition of this fast-fixing mainstay with fresh green cilantro and confetti-colored peppers.

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika, optional

Directions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions. In a large skillet, saute the peppers in oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add the cilantro, onion, garlic and salt. Stir in the rice and paprika if desired. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 130 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 121mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch.