A delicious and healthy bowl of pesto rice, packed with fresh vegetables and proteins.
Did you know?
Pesto is traditionally made with basil, but you can also use other leafy greens like spinach or kale.
This easy and healthy rice bowl is perfect for lunch or dinner. It has a delicious pesto base and is packed with fresh vegetables and proteins. The pesto provides a nice balance of nutty, garlicky, and cheesy flavors. Enjoy this healthy bowl of goodness!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups fresh vegetables of your choice, such as diced peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini
- 1 cup cooked protein of your choice, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu
Steps
- In a food processor, combine the garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, lemon juice, basil, salt, and pepper. Process until a paste forms.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, olive oil, and pesto paste. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
- Add in the vegetables and protein of your choice. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 bowls and serve.
Add some extra love
For an extra boost of flavor, top each bowl with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
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