Carrot, Edamame, and Brown Rice Skillet
This recipe offers powerful nutrition, plus a pleasing mix of colors, shapes, and textures.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 4; 1 1/2 cups per serving
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Prepare the rice using the package directions, omitting the salt and margarine.
Step 2
In a medium nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the onion and garlic for about 3 minutes, or until the onion is soft, stirring frequently.
Step 3
Stir in the carrots, edamame, and bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until they are just tender, stirring frequently.
Step 4
Stir in the rice, lemon juice, and thyme.
Nutrition information
Step 5
(Per serving)
Step 6
Calories: 144
Step 7
Total fat: 4.0g
Step 8
Saturated: 0.5g
Step 9
Trans: 0.0g
Step 10
Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
Step 11
Monounsaturated: 2.0g
Step 12
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 13
Sodium: 45mg
Step 14
Carbohydrates: 21g
Step 15
Fiber: 5g
Step 16
Sugars: 6g
Step 17
Protein: 6g
Step 18
Calcium: 44mg
Step 19
Potassium: 403mg
Dietary Exchanges
Step 20
1 starch
Step 21
2 vegetable
Step 22
1/2 fat