Ginger-Lime Brown Rice

By Treebs

From "First for Women - Magazine"

Ingredients

• 1 sm onion, chopped
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 1 tsp flaxseed oil or olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups converted brown rice
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 2 tbs chopped fresh parsley and/or cilantro

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 60mins

Preparation

Step 1

1.) In a medium pot over medium heat, cook chopped onions and diced red peppers in oil for 2 minutes, or until tender, stirring frequently.

2.) Add brown rice, chicken broth, grated fresh ginger, 2 tbs lime juice and 1 tsp lime zest to the pot. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. reduce heat to a simmer.

3.) Cook rice mixture 35 minutes or until rice is done and broth is absorbed, covering if desired. Stir in chopped fresh parsley and/or cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into serving bowl and garnish as desired.