Best 3 Baked Vegetable Rice Recipes

Baked vegetable rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a combination of colorful vegetables and fluffy rice, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrition. The vegetables add a delightful crunch and sweetness, while the rice provides a hearty and satisfying base. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors to shine through, creating a dish that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED VEGETABLE RICE PILAF

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Three types of veggies and rice mixed together, but it is the cheese that really makes this dish.

Provided by Julie T.

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 ½ cups boiling chicken broth
¾ cup long-grain white rice
¼ cup frozen corn
¼ cup frozen peas
¼ cup chopped carrot
1 tablespoon minced onion, or to taste
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Mix chicken broth, rice, corn, peas, carrot, and onion together in a casserole dish; cover with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender and broth has been absorbed, about 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and sprinkle pilaf with Cheddar cheese; cover with aluminum foil. Continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 466 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

BAKED RICE, CHEESE AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE

Baked Rice, Cheese and Vegetable Casserole image

Provided by Jackie O'Halloran

Categories Cheese Rice Vegetable Side Bake Broil Vegetarian Corn Swiss Cheese Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped
3 cups cooked rice (about 1 cup raw)
2 cups grated Swiss cheese (about 6 ounces)
3 tablespoons whipping cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried

Steps:

Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add corn and tomato and sauté 3 minutes. Add rice, 1 cup cheese, cream and thyme and stir until cheese melts and mixture is heated through. Transfer mixture to 8-cup soufflé dish.
Preheat broiler. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over rice mixture. Broil until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.

BAKED VEGETABLE RICE

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This oven-baked rice is easy to make. I used to make it when I was in college because it's inexpensive, really good, and it tastes great reheated. All the vegetables can be adjusted according to taste, or whatever is available in my cupboard.

Provided by Mactishia

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups water
2 (10 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
2 (10 ounce) cans peas, drained
2 cups uncooked rice
1 ½ cups sliced carrots
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup canola oil
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Mix water, mushrooms, peas, rice, carrots, soy sauce, oil, and soup mix together in a baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until rice and vegetables are tender, 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1817.9 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Tips:

Use a variety of colorful vegetables to make your dish more visually appealing and packed with nutrients.
Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the vegetables. This will prevent them from steaming instead of roasting.
Roast the vegetables at a high temperature to caramelize them and bring out their natural sweetness.
Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices before roasting.
Add a splash of olive oil or melted butter to the vegetables before roasting to help them brown.
Roast the vegetables until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Serve the roasted vegetables immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Baked vegetable rice is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give baked vegetable rice a try.