brown rice with carrot & zucchini

By Allison from Haute Box • December 5, 2010 • 0 Comments

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Author Notes: This is good for you and it tastes good. The brown rice is rich in fiber, the carrots are packed with natural sweetness and beta carotene and zucchini provides a healthy dose of Vitamin C. Winning combos in my book. - Allison from Haute Box

Serves 4

2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 large zucchini, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin
sea salt and pepper to taste

Cook brown rice according to package.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
Add zucchini; sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Mix in cumin and cinnamon. Add brown rice to skillet; toss to blend. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Tags: carrot, cinnamon, cumin, Easy, Entrees, Healthy, rice, Vegetarian, zucchini