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colourful rainbow rice in a white pan with a black rubber spatula
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5 from 1 vote

Rainbow Rice

This kid-friendly recipe is simple stir-fry rice that has light flavours making it an amazing addition to your child's lunch box!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dishes
Cuisine: Continental
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 2 people
Author: Richa

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 3 Tablespoons Chopped Paneer
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Chopped Garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Onion
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Zucchini
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Carrot
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Red Bell Pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons Corn Kernels
  • 2 Tablespoons Sliced Olives
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 Cups Cooked Rice
  • 1 Teaspoon Light Soy Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Spring Onions

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium flame and add chopped paneer. Sauté for a few minutes or until golden brown. Remove it from the pan and set aside for later.
  • Add garlic and onions to the same pan and sauté till onions are translucent about 3-4 minutes. Add carrots, zucchini and bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes till the vegetables soften.
  • Add corn and sauté for an additional minute.
  • Add olives, paneer, thyme, salt and pepper and mix to combine.
  • Add the cooked rice and soy sauce and toss for 1-2 minutes. Top with spring onions and serve hot!

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Nutrition

Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 970mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3112IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 1mg