Best 10 Quick Confetti Rice Recipes

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In the culinary world, there's a spectrum of dishes that range from intricate, time-consuming masterpieces to quick and easy meals that can be whipped up in a flash. When it comes to quick and convenient options, few dishes can compete with the ease and versatility of confetti rice. This vibrant and flavorful rice dish gets its name from the colorful assortment of vegetables and spices that adorn it, creating a playful and eye-catching presentation. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking for a hassle-free meal, confetti rice is an excellent choice that promises both convenience and culinary satisfaction.

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

CONFETTI RICE



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Provided by Martina McBride

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tomato, seeded and diced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy, large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, red peppers and jalapeño and cook, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
  • Add the rice and corn and saute 1 minute, stirring constantly to toast the rice and coat with oil. Sprinkle with the cumin and 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Pour in the chicken stock, raise the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork and carefully fold in the cilantro and diced tomatoes. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

QUICK CONFETTI RICE



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I still enjoy the superb combination of bacon and rice in this dish. The peas add color and a bit of crunch. It's so easy to make, and so good. - Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
Soy sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoon drippings. , In same skillet, saute carrots and celery in drippings until crisp-tender. Add the rice and peas; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in bacon. Serve with soy sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CONFETTI BROWN RICE



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Colorful veggies and a hint of lemon juice brighten up this savory rice dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (4 ounces)
2 medium green onions, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen broccoli, corn and red peppers, (from 1-pound bag), cooked and drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook rice, mushrooms and onions in margarine about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender. Stir in water, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer about 50 minutes or until rice is tender; drain if necessary. Stir in vegetables and lemon juice. Heat uncovered, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg

REALLY SIMPLE RICE



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This is a very simple but tasty rice recipe. Makes a great side dish and leftovers are almost as good the next day.

Provided by Mark S.

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup long-grain white rice
½ small onion, finely diced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a non-stick saucepan over medium-high heat nearly to smoking. Cook and stir rice in the hot oil quickly to toast the rice, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir the onion into the rice; cook and stir 1 minute more. Pour chicken broth over the rice mixture, season with garlic salt, and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, place a cover on the saucepan, and cook until the broth is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to rest 5 minutes before lifting the lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 93.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CONFETTI RICE



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Put a colorful side on your holiday plate with this 25-minute confetti rice recipe. Starting with Zatarain's Long Grain and Wild Rice, toasted pecans add crunch and just a tad of nuttiness. Mix bell pepper, onion, and black pepper, and let the celebration begin.

Provided by Zatarains

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 cups water
1 (7 ounce) package ZATARAIN'S® Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup toasted chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Stir in Rice Mix; return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Spoon rice mixture into large bowl. Cool to room temperature. Fluff with fork.
  • Mix bell pepper, onion, oil, vinegar and black pepper in medium bowl. Add to rice mixture; mix well. Sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately. Or, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (Do not add pecans until ready to serve).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 3.9, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1.3

CONFETTI RICE



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This is a very good low-fat recipe. Diced sweet red and green pepper--along with green peas and fresh parsley--add bright color to the simple rice dish. --Dorothy Bayes of Sardis, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Stir in peppers. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender., Remove from the heat. Stir in peas. Cover and let stand for about 5 minutes or until heated through and liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

CONFETTI RICE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup light brown rice (recommended: Texmati)
2 cups finely chopped bell peppers in 3 colors, such as orange, yellow and red
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat the stock and butter in a sauce pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 18 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl. Stir in the peppers and the lime juice and serve.

AMAZING TURKISH " CONFETTI" RICE



Amazing Turkish

I lived in Izmir, Turkey for one year and got this recipe from the family cook. It is, hands down, the BEST rice I have ever had the pleasure of eating, it also makes a SPECTACULAR presentation on any table!

Provided by Rachel Dennehy

Categories     White Rice

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups good quality jasmine rice
1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 cup small dried currant
1 yellow onion, chopped (Vidalia works best)
1 small eggplant, diced (or 1/2 of a large)
1 cup mushroom, chopped (portabello work best)
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato (chopped)
3 -4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
5 -6 sprigs of fresh mint, chopped (do NOT sub for dried!)
5 -6 sprigs fresh dill, chopped (do NOT sub for dried!)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Make the rice (according to the directions on the package) in an extra-large pot.
  • While the rice is cooking, sauté the yellow pepper, onion, mushrooms, garlic, currants, sun-dried tomatoes and the olive oil until golden brown.
  • Be sure to use an extra-large skillet and medium to medium-high heat.
  • When vegetables are finished, add them (along with the chopped fresh mint and dill) to the cooked rice and gently stir together until mixed evenly.
  • To give this dish an added "punch" of flavor, substitute vegetable or chicken broth for water when making the rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.3, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 108, Carbohydrate 122, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 12.9, Protein 11.4

MEXICAN CONFETTI RICE



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Categories     Rice     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Cinco de Mayo     Corn     Pea     Carrot     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled carrots
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup frozen green peas

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add rice and stir 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add broth, tomato sauce and salt; bring to boil over medium-high heat. Boil uncovered until about half of broth is absorbed, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix carrots, corn and peas into rice. Cover pot tightly with lid. Reduce heat to low and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Let stand covered 10 minutes before serving. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover rice with paper towel and let stand at room temperature. Remove towel; rewarm rice over low heat, stirring often.)

FUNFETTI® RICE



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Dress up plain white rice with this quick and simple recipe. Feel free to make this your own - add ground cumin on Mexican night or curry powder for Indian night!

Provided by Patty Cakes

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked rice
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ carrot, chopped
½ stalk celery, chopped
¼ cup water
½ cup French-fried onions

Steps:

  • Place rice in a large bowl. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red bell pepper, carrot, and celery; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Add seasoned rice and water; cook until rice is heated through, about 5 minutes. Add French-fried onions; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 194.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and aromatic spices will make all the difference in the taste of your confetti rice.
  • Cook the rice according to package instructions: Different types of rice have different cooking times and methods, so be sure to follow the instructions on the package to ensure the rice is cooked perfectly.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will allow you to easily stir-fry the vegetables and rice without overcrowding the pan.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables over high heat: This will help them retain their vibrant color and crisp texture.
  • Add the rice to the skillet or wok once the vegetables are tender: Stir-fry the rice until it is heated through and evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Season the rice with salt and pepper to taste: You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to enhance the flavor.
  • Garnish the confetti rice with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of sesame seeds: This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Confetti rice is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make confetti rice that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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