Best 5 Brown Rice Italian Medley Recipes

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Brown rice Italian medley is a flavorful and wholesome dish that combines the goodness of brown rice with a variety of Italian ingredients. This delicious and nutritious dish is perfect for a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Brown rice Italian medley is packed with healthy ingredients, including brown rice, which is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It also contains a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices, which add flavor and nutritional value. This dish can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a versatile and enjoyable meal for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROWN RICE ITALIAN MEDLEY



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A great vegetable and rice combination! Can be used as a side dish or a meatless one dish meal. From Vegetarian Times magazine.

Provided by superblondieno2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup brown rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (8 oz)
1/2 cup red pepper, diced
1/2 cup yellow pepper, diced
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • Prepare the rice according to the directions on the package.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium hear.
  • Add asparagus and peppers and sauté 5 minutes or until crisp tender.
  • Stir in pine nuts and rice and heat through.
  • Season with salt and pepper and top with parmesan cheese is desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 16.8, Carbohydrate 42.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.6, Protein 7.4

COLORFUL RICE MEDLEY



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"I found this recipe while searching for something with peas that was different from what I usually serve guests," says Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas. "It's colorful, tasty and could go with a variety of entrees."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion in butter for 1 minute. Add rice and red pepper; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned., Stir in the broth, wine, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in peas; cover and simmer 3-5 minutes longer or until rice is tender and peas are heated through. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROWN AND WILD RICE MEDLEY WITH BLACK BEANS



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This is a flavorful whole grain rice and black bean dish that can stand on its own as a vegetarian dish or can be added to with any sort of meat. You can use any rice mixture (brown, wild, long grain, red), if desired. You can use any mushroom in place of the shiitake mushrooms.

Provided by Kate1040

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 (14 ounce) cans vegetable broth
¾ cup wild rice
¾ cup brown rice
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can shiitake mushrooms, drained
⅓ cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable broth, wild rice, brown rice, and olive oil in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir balsamic vinegar, sherry, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cardamom into rice; cover with a lid and continue simmering until flavors start to combine, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir black beans, mushrooms, cranberries, and parsley into rice mixture; continue cooking over low heat until rice is tender and mixture is hot throughout, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 722 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

ITALIAN NOODLE MEDLEY



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I just found this on the back of a package of whole wheat pasta, and my husband recognized it right away. Turns out this is just like something his mom used to make him when he was growing up! I've posted it for safekeeping. Any noodles can be used in place of the whole wheat curly noodles.

Provided by bricookie55

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces extra-wide noodles, uncooked
3 cups spaghetti sauce
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, heat spaghetti sauce with chicken until warmed.
  • In a 2-quart casserole dish, cover the bottom with a layer of sauce. Layer in 1/2 the pasta, 1 1/2 cups of the sauce, and 1 cup of the mozzarella. Repeat layers with remaining pasta , sauce, and mozzarella. Sprinkle the Parmesan on top.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.5, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 140.1, Sodium 901.8, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 9.9, Protein 40.1

BROWN AND WILD RICE MEDLEY



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"I got the idea for this dish at a Mongolian restaurant here in Bogota. It's a versatile recipe as you can add any vegetable or amount of vegetables you want." Sharon Fleming - Bogota, Colombia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6.7 ounces) mushroom-flavored brown and wild rice mix
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup cut fresh green beans (1/2-inch pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 medium carrots, shredded
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook rice mix according to package directions, omitting butter., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and green beans in oil for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms, carrots and pepper; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Add vegetables and almonds to cooked rice; stir until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and aromatic spices will make all the difference in your Italian medley.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many variations of Italian medley, so feel free to add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
  • Cook the rice according to package directions. This will ensure that it is cooked perfectly and not mushy.
  • Sauté the vegetables until they are tender-crisp. This will give them a nice flavor and texture.
  • Add the cooked rice and seasonings to the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through.
  • Serve the Italian medley hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Brown rice Italian medley is a flavorful, healthy, and versatile dish. It can be served as a main course, a side dish, or a salad. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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