Confetti rice, also known as party rice, is a colorful and festive dish that is perfect for any celebration, or just to bring a smile to your face. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste by using different colors of rice and vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, such as basic white rice, a little butter or oil, and some colorful vegetables and herbs, you can create a dish that is both visually appealing and delicious. The key to creating the best confetti rice is to use high-quality ingredients and to cook the rice perfectly. You will also want to make sure that you have a variety of colors and textures in your dish. So, get creative and have fun with it!
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QUICK CONFETTI RICE
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
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 RICE
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
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
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
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
Provided by Martina McBride
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 5 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
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.
CONFETTI RICE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
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.
THE VERY BEST CONFETTI RICE
Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.
Provided by SHACKL
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the rice in a saucepan, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit about 5 minutes.
- Stir the orange zest, cranberries, almonds, and green onions into the rice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
THE VERY BEST CONFETTI RICE
Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.
Provided by SHACKL
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the rice in a saucepan, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit about 5 minutes.
- Stir the orange zest, cranberries, almonds, and green onions into the rice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
THE VERY BEST CONFETTI RICE
Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.
Provided by SHACKL
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the rice in a saucepan, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit about 5 minutes.
- Stir the orange zest, cranberries, almonds, and green onions into the rice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
THE VERY BEST CONFETTI RICE
Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.
Provided by SHACKL
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the rice in a saucepan, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit about 5 minutes.
- Stir the orange zest, cranberries, almonds, and green onions into the rice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
THE VERY BEST CONFETTI RICE
Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.
Provided by SHACKL
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the rice in a saucepan, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit about 5 minutes.
- Stir the orange zest, cranberries, almonds, and green onions into the rice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
AMAZING TURKISH " CONFETTI" RICE
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
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
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
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.)
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs, as well as high-quality rice and quinoa.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make confetti rice, so don't be afraid to try different ingredients and combinations.
- Make ahead of time. Confetti rice can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Serve as a side dish or main course. Confetti rice can be served as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu, or as a main course with a side salad.
Conclusion:
Confetti rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a healthy and affordable option for busy weeknight meals. With so many different ways to make confetti rice, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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