Amber Shae
A colorful and nutritious dish featuring amber rice, fresh vegetables, and your choice of protein, perfect for quick weeknight meals or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of cooked amber rice
- 1 cup of diced vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, zucchini)
- 1 cup of cooked protein (chicken, tofu, or beans)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Toss in the diced vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender yet vibrant.
- Stir in your choice of cooked protein along with cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and heat together for another 3-5 minutes.
- Finally, fold in the cooked amber rice, ensuring that all ingredients are well combined. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors beautifully.
Notes
Feel free to customize the dish with different vegetables or proteins. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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