Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice
Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice features fluffy grains infused with warm cumin and garam masala, sweet caramelized onions, and tender mixed vegetables. Its gentle heat and aromatic depth make it a comforting side or a light, satisfying meal, perfect for weeknights or pairing with curries and grilled proteins.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 32 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 79
- Heart Health
- 38
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions and cumin until the onions are tender but not browned. Rinse the rice several times and drain well. Add the rice to the pan with the onions and pour in the 2 cups of water. Stir in salt, garam masala, and vegetables. Cover the pan and increase the heat to high.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, keeping the rice covered at all times. After cooking for about 10 minutes, gently stir the rice to evenly distribute the spices. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until all the water has evaporated and the rice is tender.
- Calories 571.83 kcal High 29%
- Protein 9.02 g Moderate 18%
- Carbohydrate 100.23 g 36%
- Total Fat 14.17 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 1.98 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 66.27 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 8.64 g Good Source 31%
- Total Sugars 11.76 g --
- Added Sugars 9.92 g Moderate 20%
- Calcium 38.78 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.98 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 209.01 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 135.04 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 1.7 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice is made with 8 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Garam Masala, Ground Cumin, and Mixed Vegetables. Each serving provides about 571.83 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Garam Masala, Ground Cumin, Mixed Vegetables, Onion. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 571.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice healthy?
- Spiced Indian Veggie Basmati Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 571.83 calories and 9.02 g of protein, or 18% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.98 g (10% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 9.92 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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