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Instant Pot Brown Rice And Vegetables Recipe

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Description

This instant pot brown rice and vegetables recipe is a perfect meal for a busy weeknight. This recipe is not only easy to make, but it is also packed with healthy ingredients that will keep you feeling satisfied and energized. The best part is that you only need one pot to make it!

Prep Time

The prep time for this dish is minimal. You will need about 10 minutes to chop the vegetables and rinse the rice.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 22 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 ¾ cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Rinse the brown rice and set it aside.
  2. Turn the instant pot on to the sauté function.
  3. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, and frozen peas to the pot and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Add the rinsed brown rice to the pot and stir well to combine.
  6. Add the vegetable broth or water to the pot and stir well to combine.
  7. Add the dried oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir well to combine.
  8. Close the instant pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
  9. Set the instant pot to the manual high-pressure setting and cook for 22 minutes.
  10. After the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
  11. After the 10 minutes, carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release valve.
  12. Open the instant pot and stir the rice and vegetables well.
  13. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can use any vegetables you like in this recipe. Try adding broccoli, carrots, or mushrooms.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 231
  • Carbohydrates: 49g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 1g
  • Sodium: 641mg
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 7g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can chop the vegetables ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook. If you prefer a spicier dish, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. This recipe can also be made with white rice, but you will need to adjust the cooking time accordingly. For white rice, cook on high pressure for 3 minutes with a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.

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