Best 10 Basil Tomato Rice Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary adventure of discovering the perfect "basil tomato rice" recipe. This delightful dish combines the vibrant flavors of basil, the tangy sweetness of tomatoes, and the fluffy texture of rice, creating a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the essential steps and variations to create a "basil tomato rice" masterpiece that will impress family and friends alike. Get ready to embark on a journey of culinary exploration, where you'll learn the secrets of crafting this delectable dish, using fresh ingredients and simple techniques to achieve a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

20-MINUTE BASIL, CHICKEN & TOMATO RICE



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Fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese give this delectable dish a slight Italian accent. With chicken for protein and our flavor-infused rice for even more deliciousness, get ready for awarm and filling meal your family will love.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 31m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into strips
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup sliced red pepper (1/4-inch x 1 1/2 inch)
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup UNCLE BEN'S® Flavor Infusions Chicken & Herb Rice
½ cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken strips and cook until they are just done (4 to 6 minutes).
  • Add onion, red pepper slices, and fresh garlic.
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until vegetables barely tender (4 to 5 minutes).
  • Add water, tomatoes, and rice.
  • Cover pan and continue cooking until mixture just comes to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking until rice is tender or liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
  • Remove cover; stir in basil leaves and Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 768.5 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

BROWN RICE, TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD



Brown Rice, Tomato and Basil Salad image

Categories     Salad     Herb     Tomato     Picnic     Vegetarian     Lunch     Basil     Summer     Vegan     Brown Rice     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 cups water
1 cup long-grain brown rice (such as Texmati)
2 teaspoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 2 1/4 cups water to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Mix in rice and salt. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 40 minutes. Transfer rice to large bowl; fluff with fork and cool.
  • Whisk vinegar and sugar in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over rice. Add tomatoes and basil and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

BASIL TOMATO RICE



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"Whenever my family wants something different to go with our grilled beef-or other entrees, I throw together this easy side. It's so fresh-tasting, and I always have the ingredients on hand." Sarah Rupe - Eldon, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute pepper and onion in oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, basil and salt; heat through. Stir into rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BASIL TOMATO-RICE SOUP



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Make and share this Basil Tomato-Rice Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, including juice
6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 teaspoon sugar
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add in onion, celery, garlic, and basil; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened.
  • In a food processor, puree tomatoes with juice; add to pot with stock and rice; season with sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil; decrease heat, cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Stir in parsley.
  • **To make a creamy soup, add 1/2 cup whipping cream along with the parsley.
  • **If you have fresh basil, substitute 2 tablespoons of the chopped fresh basil for the dried basil and add along with the parsley.

CREAM OF TOMATO SOUP WITH RICE AND BASIL



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This delicious version of an old favorite is full of tomato flavor and is sure to brin gback memories of home. If you have really good flavorful ripe tomatoes, use them in place of canned tomatoes. Otherwise, canned tomatoes offer the best flavor and consistency.

Provided by Stinkerbell

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/4 cup basil, chopped
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon basil, chiffonade (shredded basil)

Steps:

  • Sweat the onions and garlic in a little olive oil until translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the broth, fresh basil and tomatoes, reserving some of the juice from the tomatoes.
  • simmer until everything is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup with a handheld blender, or in batches in a food processor or countertop blender.
  • Return the pureed soup to a low simmer.
  • Gently simmer the heavy cream before adding it to the soup, then use the reserved tomato juice to adjust the final consistency.
  • Add the rice just before serving.
  • Serve the soup in preheated soup cups or bowls and garnish with the chiffonade of basil.

HARVEST TOMATO-BASIL RICE WITH PANCETTA



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Zucchini and onion sautéed with crispy pancetta are combined with a tomato-basil rice that is hearty enough to serve as a main dish weeknight meal.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ pound pancetta bacon, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can no salt-added diced tomatoes, drained, juice reserved
Water, as needed
1 (5.5 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Rice Pilaf
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Heat in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until the pancetta begins to render and the onions begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the drained tomatoes and heat through, about 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
  • Place reserved tomato juice is a measuring cup; add enough water to make 2 cups liquid.
  • In the same skillet, add the tomato juice-water mixture and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Rice Pilaf. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in pancetta, zucchini, onion, and tomato mixture. Heat through, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 665.6 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHICKEN-RICE SALAD WITH TOMATO AND BASIL



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Categories     Chicken

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (aprox. 14oz.)
5 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges (about 1 pound)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 large garlic clove, minced
3 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 large arugula or watercress bunch
Thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 or prepare bbq med-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast or grill chicken just until cooked through, about 5 min. Cool. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Combine tomatoes, chopped basil, oil, lemon juice and garlic in large bowl. Let stand at room temp. 20min. Add rice and chicken to bowl and stir to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon salad into center of platter; surroud with arugula. Garnish with thinly sliced basil. Serve salad at room temperature.

SUN-DRIED TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL RICE BALLS



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This is a flavourful alternative to plain rice and makes a meal much more interesting. Serves 2 as a main or 4 as a side dish.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup arborio rice
2 cups hot vegetable stock
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon plain flour
1 tablespoon tomato paste
10 large basil leaves
1/3 cup rehydrated sun-dried tomato, finely diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 yellow pepper
2 cups passata (tomato puree)
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour the stock into a large saucepan. Bring to the boil. Add the rice, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop the basil leaves. Finely dice the yellow pepper. Peel and finely dice the onion. Set aside, keeping the basil separate from the onion and pepper.
  • When the rice is done, uncover it and put the whole pan in a sink of cold water to cool the rice.
  • While the rice cools, put the olive oil and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add the yellow pepper and garlic. Cook around 5 minutes, until soft.
  • Add the passata to the skillet with the onion and pepper. Turn the heat to low. Give the passata mixture a chance to simmer and thicken slightly.
  • While it simmers, make the rice balls- add the cheese, egg yolk, flour, tomato paste, basil leaves and sundried tomatoes to the cooled rice. Stir it together well.
  • Shape the rice mixture into about 16 balls and place them on top of the sauce. Allow to simmer for 20 minutes, until the rice balls are cooked through.
  • Serve hot, sprinkled with parmesan cheese if desired.

BRAISED RICE WITH LAMB CHOPS, SAUSAGES AND VEAL STRIPS TOPPED WITH MUSHROOMS AND A BASIL TOMATO SAUCE



Braised Rice with Lamb Chops, Sausages and Veal Strips Topped with Mushrooms and a Basil Tomato Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Olive oil
Margarine
3 red onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, diced
1/2 cup rice
1 cup champagne
Pinch salt
1 package lamb chops
Parsley flakes
1 package sausages (snags)
1 package veal, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
8 mushrooms, sliced
1 (16-ounce) jar tomato sauce
Dried basil
Handful grated Parmesan cheese
3 to 4 scallions, diced

Steps:

  • Heat a heaping tablespoon of olive oil in a fry pan with 1 tablespoon of margarine and add onions. When the onions are slightly brown add the garlic and continue to stir. Add the rice to the pan, and pour in about 1 cup of champagne. As the rice begins to cook, add a pinch of salt and stir continuously.
  • Pour some olive oil on the lamb chops and sprinkle some parsley flakes on them. Then add the lamb and sausages to a hot grill and cook well on both sides.
  • Slice the veal and sear the pieces in a hot frying pan on both sides. Once cooked through, add the veal, chopped sausages and lamb chops to the rice mixture.
  • In a separate frying pan heat 1 tablespoon of butter and saute the sliced mushrooms. Once cooked, add them to the rice mixture.
  • Heat the tomato sauce in a pan and add 3 pinches of dried basil. Add the sauce to the rice mixture and sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Finally cut up a bundle of scallions and sprinkle over the rice and serve.

TOMATO RICE SOUP WITH BASIL



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This soup is very simple and is wonderful when you are not feeling well. It is not complicated and it is not super flavorful, I make it when someone is feeling under the weather and can't hold down a big meal. You can use your favorite rice.

Provided by Chef Luma

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
568 ml tomato juice
1 (30 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (to taste)
1 cup rice
1 bunch fresh basil (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large soup pot.
  • Add onions and sauté a few minutes.
  • Add garlic and sauté one minute (until fragrant).
  • Add tomato juice, diced tomatoes, herbs, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a simmer.
  • Add rice.
  • When rice is almost cooked add fresh basil and finish cooking until rice is to your liking.
  • Serve with salted tops soda crackers.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes: This will ensure the best flavor in your dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you add too much rice, it will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it: Overcooked rice will be mushy.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and basil just before serving: This will help to preserve their flavor and color.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best enjoyed when it is hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Basil tomato rice is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that your whole family will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give basil tomato rice a try.

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