Sweet Pepper Rice

Total Time

Prep/Tottal Time: 30 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
This tasty, colorful side dish is a lovely complement to many entrees. The peppers and rice make a nice texture, with a sprinkling of parsley for a gourmet touch. —Betty Nickeles, Tampa, Florida

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch pepper
  • Minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. In a small skillet or saucepan, saute the rice and garlic in butter until rice is browned. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add the peppers, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 240 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.