Riz au Légumes

Riz au Légumes is a vibrant and aromatic Moroccan rice dish, brimming with colorful vegetables and infused with a medley of spices. This hearty vegetarian meal is both satisfying and nourishing, perfect for a delightful dinner.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked
• Vegetable broth - 300 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 15 minutes.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pan, cooking for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Stir in the diced tomato, cooked chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the saucepan. Pour in the vegetable broth, stirring everything together.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed all the liquid.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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