MEDITERRANEAN BAKED BROWN RICE

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Make and share this Mediterranean Baked Brown Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Rice

Time 2h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 -3 shallots, minced (about 1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups long grain brown rice
3 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (about 1 cup baby bellas)
1/2 cup dried sun-dried tomato, chopped kitchen shears work good (about 1.5oz)
1/2 cup kalamata olive, drained and sliced (about 2oz) (optional)
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
2 1/2 cups water
2 vegetable bouillon cubes
1 -2 teaspoon italian seasoning or 1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, more to taste (optional)
1 cup asiago cheese, shredded (about 1.5oz)
2 cups spinach, chopped (fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced or 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
2 -4 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
2 key limes, juice and zest of
crumbled feta cheese, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and saute for about 3 minutes until they start to brown.
  • Add garlic and saute another 2 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir-fry until it browns about 10 minutes.
  • Stir mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and artichoke hearts into rice and pour into an 8x8 baking dish.
  • Heat water, bouillon, seasoning and peppers until boiling. Immediately pour over rice.
  • Cover baking dish tightly with 2 layers of foil.
  • Bake for 75 minutes.
  • Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  • Stir in asiago, spinach, parsley, basil, lime juice and zest. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and let sit 5 more minutes before serving.
  • Top with crumbled feta to serve, if desired.

Ken Bennett
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Kayesu Hope
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This is the perfect recipe for a cozy fall day.


MD Monri khan
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I'm glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


AIDEN LESTER
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mansuur Ahmad
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I love the crispy texture of the rice.


nathansimon lupain
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This dish is a great source of fiber and protein.


pallab basak
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I'm going to try this recipe with quinoa next time.


Rajendra pd. pokhrel
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Ayobami Fatima
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I made this recipe for my vegetarian friends and they loved it.


christian nkume
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Workneh
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Mediterranean food.


Sophie Eckert
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.


Kunle Oderinde
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Naveed Ghuumro
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Om Om
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bertha Garcia
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Rsk Subasinha
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I'm not a huge fan of brown rice, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and delicious.


ANAMIKA ANU
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This is the best baked brown rice recipe I've tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Marim Yahia
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I loved the addition of the vegetables and herbs. It gave the dish a really nice flavor.


Asma Taffakhar Asma Taffakhar
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This dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly.


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