Sweet Bell Pepper Rice

This rice and peppers recipe features long-grain rice mixed with sautéed bell peppers, oregano, and onion for a colorful, Italian-inspired side dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 238 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 splash dry white wine
• 1 tiny pinch salt
• 1 small sweet onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and continue cooking until onion is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes more. Add bell peppers; cook, stirring occasionally, until peppers are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with basil, oregano, black pepper, and salt.

Step 3

Pour wine into the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes. Stir in cooked rice until well combined with vegetables. Top with Parmesan cheese to serve.