VEGETABLE CURRIED RICE

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"I've served this rice recipe to family and guests often and always receive high praise," writes Frances Easton from Warrenton, Virginia. With its mild curry flavor, this colorful side could complement a variety of main dishes. FRANCES' TIP: "This is an easy recipe to double for family get-togethers or potlucks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/3 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

In a small saucepan, cook rice and onion in oil until rice is lightly browned and onion is tender. Stir in the broth, curry powder, salt and turmeric. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12 minutes. , Stir in corn and peas. Cover and simmer 3-6 minutes longer or until rice and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges