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Rice with Corn and Peas

A simple, colorful side dish of fluffy rice tossed with sweet corn and peas, finished with fresh herbs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
6g
Rice with Corn and Peas
comfortingeasyAmericanveganvegetariangluten-freedairy-freeplant-based

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the 1 cup rice in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, 2 cups water, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed the water, about 15-18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    While the rice cooks, heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 1 cup corn and 1 cup peas and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet with the corn and peas. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly distributed.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and stir in the 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Season with additional salt to taste. Serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • fine-mesh strainer
  • medium saucepan with lid
  • large skillet
  • fork

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