Description
A delightful and creamy dish featuring sautéed vegetables and seasoned rice, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 200g cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, using vegetable broth instead of water.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the mixed vegetables and sauté until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted and combined with the vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve the creamy vegetable sauce over the cooked rice.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For meal prep, prepare the rice and the creamy vegetable mixture in advance and combine before serving. Experiment with different vegetables or proteins for customization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg