Rainbow Garden Rice Plate

Rainbow Garden Rice Plate

Enjoy a burst of colors and flavors with this Rainbow Garden Rice Plate. This vibrant dish combines fluffy rice with a medley of sautéed vegetables and protein-rich tofu, all brought together with the fresh aroma of basil. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility and presentation - by cooking the components separately, you can create a visually stunning plate where each ingredient shines. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients and suitable for various dietary preferences.

Instructions

  1. Start by cooking the rice. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with 500ml of water and 1tsp of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
  3. While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables and tofu. Dice the onion, tomato, and green bell pepper. Cut the tofu into small cubes.
  4. Wash the basil leaves and roughly chop them.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the diced onion and salt to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
  7. Add the green bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.
  8. Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown slightly.
  9. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they release some of their juices.
  10. Stir in the chopped basil and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  11. Season the vegetable and tofu mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork.
  13. To serve, divide the rice among four plates. Top each portion of rice with a vegetable and tofu mixture.
  14. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
  15. Serve immediately while the components are still warm.
  16. For meal prep, you can store the rice and vegetable-tofu mixture separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat separately before combining in a bowl to serve.

Nutrition Facts

4 Servings per container
Serving Size 1 servings (300 g)
Amount per serving
Calories 420
% Daily Value
Total Fat 10 g
13%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
8%
Cholesterol 0 mg
0%
Sodium 400 mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate 60 g
22%
Dietary Fiber 4 g
16%
Total Sugars 5 g
10%
Protein 20 g
40%
Vitamin D 0 mcg
0%
Calcium 200 mg
15%
Iron 3 mg
17%
Potassium 800 mg
23%
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically