Description
A wholesome, flavorful rice bowl made with brown rice, sautéed vegetables, and chickpeas. It’s perfect for meal prep and bursting with texture and savory notes.
Ingredients
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 zucchini, sliced
1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained)
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup spinach
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Optional: 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
Instructions
Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and onion, sauté until translucent (about 2 minutes).
Add bell peppers, zucchini, and chickpeas. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook about 6–7 minutes.
Add spinach and sauté until wilted.
Combine with cooked rice, stir in lemon juice, and serve warm.
Notes
Add avocado or tahini for creaminess.
Substitute zucchini with broccoli or carrots depending on what’s in season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy rice recipes, vegan rice bowl, plant-based dinner