Best 9 Quick Colorful Rice Medley Recipes

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Cooking can be a relaxing and creative experience, especially when you're looking for a quick and colorful meal that's sure to impress. A quick colorful rice medley is a great way to enjoy a variety of flavors and textures in one dish. With its vibrant colors and delicious combination of ingredients, this simple recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a casual get-together with friends and family.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

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

RICE MEDLEY



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In this easy recipe, ordinary rice is dressed up with peas, shredded carrot and seasonings. This fresh-tasting and colorful side dish goes great with a variety of meaty main courses.-Doyle Rounds, Bridgewater, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2-1/4 cups water
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 carrot, shredded
1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free herb seasoning
1 teaspoon low-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat; add lemon juice. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts :

COLORFUL RICE - SEMI-HOMEMAKER RECIPE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
1 (6-ounce) package wild rice
Olive oil cooking spray
1 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic or crushed garlic from jar
1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 (8-ounce) package sliced white mushrooms, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries, optional
1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 orange, zested

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pot bring the chicken stock to a boil over medium heat. Add rice, cover, turn the heat down to low and cook for 20 minutes or until rice has absorbed all the liquid and is tender.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray with olive oil cooking spray. Add the garlic, onions, celery and mushrooms and saute until tender about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add rice, cranberries, pecans, water chestnuts and orange zest. Mix to combine and cook until all ingredients are heated through. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

EASY VEGETABLE RICE MEDLEY



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Make and share this Easy Vegetable Rice Medley recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories     Rice

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon oil
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 red pepper, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 1/2 cups MINUTE White Rice, uncooked
1 cup frozen peas
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet.
  • Add onion, carrot, celery, and red pepper; cook 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Add broth; bring to a boil.
  • Stir in rice and peas; cover.
  • Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • ****To save time, replace all the veggies with 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables or frozen broccoli florets and add them when you would have added the peas.

BEEF AND RICE MEDLEY



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This recipe is quick and easy to prepare and very delicious! The whole family loves it!

Provided by Katherine

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
½ cup diced onion
2 ½ cups water
1 cup uncooked rice
1 cube beef bouillon
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup diced green bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Place ground beef and onion in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Stir in water and rice. Season with beef bouillon and black pepper. Simmer 25 to 30 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Stir in diced tomatoes and green peppers. Simmer another 10 minutes, until green pepper is tender. Sprinkle top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 132.4 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 803.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

SLOW-COOKER WILD RICE MEDLEY



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Slow cook wild rice with veggies to make this tasty side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
2/3 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium carrots, chopped (3/4 cup)
3 1/2 cups vegetable broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
Chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients except pine nuts, cherries and parsley.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until wild rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle pine nuts in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown. Set aside.
  • Just before serving, stir cherries and toasted pine nuts into wild rice. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg

SPICY RICE MEDLEY



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Make and share this Spicy Rice Medley recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons salad oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
1 (16 ounce) can peeled tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup canned mushroom
1 teaspoon dry oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
5 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large heavy skillet or Dutch oven.
  • Add onion, green pepper and celery and mix well.
  • Cook over medium heat stirring frequently until tender.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and mushrooms and mix well.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add oregano, cayenne, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes longer, stirring only once.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add in cooked rice and mix thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.6, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 276.9, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 6.1

10-MINUTE VEGETABLE & RICE MEDLEY



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A Healthy Living rice and veggie medley that takes only 10 minutes to make? Oh yeah, that's our kind of side dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (10-1/2 oz.) condensed chicken broth
1 cup chopped zucchini
2/3 cup water
1/4 tsp. dill weed
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Combine broth, zucchini, water and dill in medium saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat.
  • Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min.
  • Add tomatoes and cheese. Stir gently until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 640 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 11 g

CORN AND RICE MEDLEY



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Very nice with crab cakes, or chicken. basmati rice is best for this recipe.

Provided by Retta

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup Basmati rice
2 cups water
2 cups fresh corn kernels
3 large shallots, sliced thinly
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the rice, add the water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 16 to 18 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in corn, shallots, sugar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, or until tender.
  • In a serving bowl combine cooked rice, corn mixture and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 36.3 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of rice. This will give your medley a more interesting flavor and texture. Some good options include white rice, brown rice, black rice, and wild rice.
  • Cook the rice according to the package directions. Be sure to use the correct amount of water and cook the rice for the recommended amount of time.
  • Add vegetables to your medley. This will make it more colorful and nutritious. Some good options include carrots, peas, corn, and broccoli.
  • Add protein to your medley. This will make it a more complete meal. Some good options include chicken, shrimp, and tofu.
  • Add flavorings to your medley. This could include things like herbs, spices, and sauces. Be creative and experiment with different flavors.

Conclusion:

A rice medley is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and nutritious meal. By following the tips above, you can make a rice medley that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give rice medley a try!

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