CROCK POT RICE & VEGETABLE MEDLEY

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From Canadian Living Slow cooker Cookbook Special. This is a recipe I'd like to try soon. It looks so easy to make.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Rice

Time 4h40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable stock
2 cups parboiled rice
1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomato
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch crumbled saffron threads or 1 pinch ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1/2 cup finely diced green pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Saute the onion, carrots, celery and garlic, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened (about 5 min).
  • Add sauteed veggies to slow cooker.
  • Add vegetable stock, rice, sun dried tomatoes, salt, pepper and saffron.
  • Cover and cook for 4 hours on low until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Stir in the peas, peppers and lemon juice using a fork.
  • Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes until hot and peppers are tender.
  • Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 401.7, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 3

Sudip Tharu
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian meal. It's hearty and filling, and it's packed with flavor.


Godgift Jefferson
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I love that this dish is so healthy. It's packed with vegetables and it's low in calories.


Pulane Nyakane
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few vegetables that are about to go bad, so I throw them in this dish and they're always delicious.


maxwell muchineripi
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish didn't turn out as good as I expected. The rice was a little mushy and the vegetables were a bit bland.


Adedokun Oluwasimisola
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This dish is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of rice, vegetables, and broth.


bronwyn jansen
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I'm always looking for new crock pot recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Misty Russell
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This is my go-to recipe for a healthy and easy meal. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my crock pot and let it cook all day.


Shelia Male
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


sk Jiasn Rabbi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Chyon Chyon
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This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Umukoro Dennis
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I'm not a huge fan of vegetables, but I really enjoyed this dish. The vegetables were cooked to perfection and had a great flavor.


Mary Engel
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This dish is so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and even protein. It always turns out great.


SHUBHA COMEDY TV
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my crock pot and let it cook all day. When I came home from work, dinner was ready!


Pyam Malik
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This crock pot rice and vegetable medley was a huge hit with my family! The flavors were delicious and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.