Basmati Rice with Carrot, Zucchini and Cumin Seeds

Vegan basmati rice with diced carrot, roasted zucchini and crackling cumin seeds - a perfect vegan addition for lunch

  • AdditionsType
  • EasyDifficulty
  • 30-60 minPrep. Time
  • 5Serving/Unit

Ingredients

Carrot, 1 large unit
peeled and cut into small cubes
Olive oil, 3 tablespoons
extra virgin, for frying carrot and rice
Basmati rice, 1 cup
washed
Boiling water, 2 cups
Salt, 1/2 flat teaspoon
Black pepper, 1/4 flat teaspoon
coarsely ground
Cumin seeds, 2 flat tablespoons
whole
Zucchini, 1 medium unit
cut into cubes
Olive oil, 1 tablespoon
extra virgin, for frying zucchini

Preparation

1. In a large pot, fry the carrot with the olive oil for about 5 minutes, add the rice and fry for another 5 minutes while stirring.
2. Cover with boiling water, add salt and black pepper, bring to a boil, cover the pot, lower the heat and cook for about 20 minutes.
3. While cooking the rice, roast the whole cumin seeds in a dry pan for about 2-3 minutes (be careful not to burn).
4. About 10 minutes from the start of cooking the rice, add the roasted cumin seeds, mix and continue to cook.
5. In a pan, stir-fry the zucchini cubes in the olive oil until lightly browned (about 10 minutes).
6. Serve the rice in a serving dish and sprinkle the browned zucchini cubes over it. Eat hot!
7. Bon appetite (:

The preparation method also includes frying and stir-frying. The spices in the recipe are according to personal taste.

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Nutritional Values Serving/Unit 100 Grams
Calories 199 cal 87 cal
Proteins 4 g 2 g
Carbohydrates 30 g 13 g
Fat 8 g 4 g
The nutritional values appearing on this website are intended to provide general information only, and do not constitute a recommendation, a substitute for consulting a specialist or receiving medical advice.
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Basmati Rice with Carrot, Zucchini and Cumin Seeds
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