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Boiled Rice with Light Vegetable Sauce

Boiled Rice with Light Vegetable Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water for boiling rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup carrot diced
  • 1/2 cup zucchini diced
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried herbs such as basil or oregano

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, add rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add carrot and zucchini, cooking until slightly softened.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth, season with black pepper and dried herbs. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender and sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve with the light vegetable sauce spooned on top.